Sougia is a small village located 75km west of Chania, at the exit of the beautiful Gorge of Agia Irini. A favorite destination for hippies in the 70s', today it is a perfect choice for peaceful holidays in a beautiful landscape with all the basic amenities provided.
Ο Ίλιγγας είναι μια απίστευτης ομορφιάς παραλία με καταγάλανα κρυστάλινα νερά και ασημένια χοντρή άμμο στην έξοδο του φαραγγιού Καβή. Βρίσκεται μόλις 1km δυτικά της Χώρας Σφακίων, από την οποία μπορείτε να έρθετε περπατώντας, και 74km νότια των Χανίων. Ο Ίλιγγας έχει δύο παραλίες.
The deepest gorge in Chania is the gorge of Aradena. The 138-meter-deep gorge is ideal not only for sightseeing or hiking but for bungee jumping as well. Trekking inside the canyon till the exit on the majestic Marmara beach is an unforgettable experience for those who attempt the descent of the canyon.
On the vast bay, there are two settlements, Karteros and Amnissos. The area has grown so much that the two villages are now united. The main reason for the rapid development of the area is the small distance from Heraklion and the vast beach with the fine golden sand.
Η ιστορία του νησιού Σπιναλόγκα εξακολουθεί να προκαλεί δέος. Έχει υπάρξει ενετικό οχυρό, καστροπολιτεία, καταφύγιο επαναστατών, τόπος εξορίας λεπρών, κρίκος επικοινωνίας με το Κάιρο επί κατοχής. Το νησί οχυρώθηκε άριστα από τους Ενετούς κατά την παρουσία τους στην Κρήτη.
Plaka is located 16km north of Agios Nikolaos, opposite the entrance of the lagoon of Korfos (or lagoon of Elounda), in one of the most beautiful places of Crete. A feature of Plaka is the wonderful views of the island Kalydon, on where the famous fortress of Spinalonga stands.
Almyrida is located 23km east of Chania, on the south shores of Souda Bay, and 1km west of Plaka village. It is a quiet resort with good facilities and a superb sea. The unspoiled countryside and the lush oil groves around Almyrida are ideal for walking.
