Crete (Greek: Κρήτη, Kríti ['kriti]; Ancient Greek: Κρήτη, Krḗtē) is the largest and most populous of the Greek islands, the 88th largest island in the world and the fifth largest island in the Mediterranean Sea, after Sicily, Sardinia, Cyprus, and Corsica. Crete and a number of surrounding islands and islets constitute the region of Crete (Greek: Περιφέρεια Κρήτης), one of the 13 top-level administrative units of Greece. The capital and the largest city is Heraklion. As of 2011, the region had a population of 623,065.
Discover the best top things to do in Rethymnon Prefecture, Greece including Agia Irini Convent, Vosakou Monastery, Monastery of Christ and St. Gedeon, Monastery of the Holy Cross Vosakos, Monastery of Arkadi, Byzantine Church of Archangel Michael, The Monastery Arsaniou, Monastery of Panagia Chalevi, Church of St. John The Baptist, Monastery of Agios Ioannis Prodromos.
Discover the best top things to do in Rethymnon Prefecture, Greece including Vosakou Monastery, Agia Irini Convent, Monastery of Panagia Chalevi, Attali Monastery, Mitata, The Venetian Fortezza, Minoiko Nekrotafeio Armenon, Cave Of Zeus, Monastery of Prophet Elias, Plakias Tunnels.
Discover the best top things to do in Rethymnon Prefecture, Greece including Centre for Byzantine Art, Vosakou Monastery, Paraschakis Olive Oil - Crete, Monastery of Christ and St. Gedeon, Skinakas Observatory, Monastery of Arkadi, Monastery of Panagia Chalevi, Rethymnon Old Town, The Lion Fountains, The Holy Monastery of Preveli.
Rethymnon is one of the most well-preserved Venetian old towns on the island of Crete. Its 16th-century buildings are stunning examples of ancient architecture, and the monolithic Fortezza reflects both European and Moorish influences. Explore the magical waterfalls, rock formations, and ‘"cave church" of Saint Anthony Gorge before taking a pleasant evening stroll along the colorful Venetian Harbor. Relax in a taverna over a plate of Cretan meze, like fresh feta drizzled with local olive oil.
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