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The best Polish website dedicated to the Greek island Crete and to a small extent of continental Greece. You will find useful information related to visiting Crete that goes beyond the offer of optional tours. On the website you will also find descriptions of the most interesting places that we visited by visiting this largest Greek island. The content complements the current news, photographs and recipes of Greek cuisine.
One of the unique assets of Crete is the still strong position of local crafts, in particular furriery, leather and, of course, pottery. During your stay in Crete, the products of this last branch of craft can be found practically at every step. Near almost every house you can see huge clay pots, which nowadays are most often used as pots. If you want to see how these great clay pots are made, plan a trip to the village of Thrapsano ( Θραψανό ), about 30 kilometers away from Heraklion . It is next to Margerites, one of the most well-known villages, where today traditional Cretan ceramics are made.
today
Thrapsano is a small town inhabited by slightly over 2,500 people, the vast majority of whom currently live from agriculture. The dominant field crops are olive trees and vines. And although this region is also known for growing flowers, mainly carnations, it is the age-old tradition of pottery that determines the uniqueness of this village. Until recently, the majority of Thrapsano residents maintained their jobs.
Formerly
In the old days, during the summer, pottery tradesmen left their native village, to stop at various places in Crete in temporary workshops, to perform famous pitas. It was these handicraft expeditions called Ventema that made Thrapsano famous almost all over Crete. Since the end of the 1940s, this tradition is no longer cultivated, as modern workshops that are equipped with modern ovens put much greater demands on location. Despite the changes associated with the technique of drying and burning pitos, the method of forming is still the same. And although the potter's wheel is already most often rotated by means of an electric motor, the most important are the skills, knowledge and experience of the potter.
Most of the factories located in Trapsano are companies in which the craft tradition has been passed down from several generations from father to son. Imported ceramics pose a considerable threat to the currently operating workshops. The Chinese products, whose price is very competitive with local products, constitute a particularly serious threat. The fate of Greek potters and tourists, which we highly recommend visiting in Thrapsano, will decide about the fate of potters from Thrapsano.
I particularly recommend the Michalis Houlakis plant, where under the supervision of the owner you can try your hand at this craft. An unquestionable attraction is also the opportunity to see a real professional in action.
Michalis Houlakis at the potter's wheel
How to get
Thrapsano is located about 30 kilometers south of Heraklion . Due to the fairly dense network of local roads located in this part of Crete, access to this town is possible in several ways. Depending on the direction of arrival, you can choose one of many roads. I suggest, however, pay attention to signposts because in this region of Crete roads are now often modernized and rebuilt, so you can easily go astray. Of course, the most recent map or navigation with reliable data on the local road network may be helpful.
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W 2002 roku Falasarna zdobyła tytuł najlepszej plaży w Grecji. Wyróżnienie to nie jest bynajmniej przypadkowe, gdyż miejsce to jak na standardy Krety jest naprawdę unikalne.
Elafonisi is a small island located at the end of the southwestern edge of Crete. A characteristic feature of Elafonisi is the shallow lagoon connecting it with Crete.
Elafonisi is a small island located at the end of the southwestern edge of Crete. A characteristic feature of Elafonisi is the shallow lagoon connecting it with Crete.
Chania (Χανιά) is the second largest (after Heraklion) city of Crete. The biggest advantage of Chania is the area of the Old Town and the beautiful Venetian Harbor.
Aptera is a city whose history dates back to at least a thousand years before our era. In the peak period, about 20,000 lived in it. people, of which only 1/5 were free people.
Chania (Χανιά) is the second largest (after Heraklion) city of Crete. The biggest advantage of Chania is the area of the Old Town and the beautiful Venetian Harbor.
Omalos is a perfect starting point for exploring the Samaria Gorge. Located over 1,100 m above sea level extends over an area of 25 km2. Its size corresponds more or less to the size of the Lasithi Plateau.
Located 47 km from the city of Chania, it is the only freshwater lake in Crete. Its area is about 580 thousand. sqm. and the maximum depth is about 45 meters
Omalos is a perfect starting point for exploring the Samaria Gorge. Located over 1,100 m above sea level extends over an area of 25 km2. Its size corresponds more or less to the size of the Lasithi Plateau.
The steel crossing, which in the central part is separated from the ground by nearly 150 m, is at the leading position of the places where the longest bungee jumps are made.
Chania (Χανιά) is the second largest (after Heraklion) city of Crete. The biggest advantage of Chania is the area of the Old Town and the beautiful Venetian Harbor.
The cave is less than 1 km from Moni Gouvernetou Monastery. You will reach it using the pedestrian trail that has been marked out along the slope of the Avlaki Gorge.
Balos is one of Crete's flagship beaches if not all of Greece. We can assure you that the landscapes you see during your trip to Balos will remain with you for a very long time.
The Orthodox monastery of Agia Triada, located on the northern part of the Akrotiri peninsula, is one of the most beautiful and richest monasteries in Crete.
The Orthodox monastery of Agia Triada, located on the northern part of the Akrotiri peninsula, is one of the most beautiful and richest monasteries in Crete.
On the north-western coast of Crete, at the foot of the Gramovous peninsula, there are ruins of the ancient port of Korikos, later known as Falassarna.
Polyrinia was one of the most important city-states of western Crete during the Hellenistic and Roman periods. It was built amphitheater on a steep hill, rising to a height of 481 meters above sea level
The island of Gramvousa, or in fact Imeri Gramvousa (Ήμερη Γραμβούσα), is an inseparable point of a trip that combines a stay in the Balos Lagoon with visiting the remains of a fortress located on the top of the island of Imeri Gramovousa.
There is a beach in Crete that literally makes some people shiver. This place is Seitan Limania which can be translated as Satan's Ports or Cursed Ports.
Dozens of craft workshops located in this small mountain village make Margarites one of the four main centers where traditional Cretan ceramics are made.
The date of the foundation of Moni Arkadiou (Arkadi) is not exactly known. According to tradition, the name of this church refers to the name of the Emperor Arkadiusz, who supposedly was to be its founder.
The date of the foundation of Moni Arkadiou (Arkadi) is not exactly known. According to tradition, the name of this church refers to the name of the Emperor Arkadiusz, who supposedly was to be its founder.
Rethymnon with around 40,000 inhabitants are the third largest city of Crete. This place was populated already in the Minoan period. Historically, the city was an important commercial center.
Skinaria is a small beach located along a small bay, whose outlet on both sides ends with a rocky coast. It is still a little-known place overlooked by mass tourism
Skinaria is a small beach located along a small bay, whose outlet on both sides ends with a rocky coast. It is still a little-known place overlooked by mass tourism
According to Greek mythology, Zeus hid (and perhaps even gave birth) in the Ida cave. This myth is the greatest asset of this cave, which is not as interesting and beautiful as the Dikte cave.
Tripiti is a small beach covered with a mixture of gray sand, gravel and stones. Despite the fact that the beach is unorganized and has a semi-natural appearance, one small tavern works here.
Tripiti is a small beach covered with a mixture of gray sand, gravel and stones. Despite the fact that the beach is unorganized and has a semi-natural appearance, one small tavern works here.
Tripiti is a small beach covered with a mixture of gray sand, gravel and stones. Despite the fact that the beach is unorganized and has a semi-natural appearance, one small tavern works here.
Plakias is a perfect place for people who like to spend time hiking. In the area of the town and the surrounding area, there are several hiking trails that lead to interesting beaches.
Currently, the lower monastery is still not open to the public and is not used by the monks. The buildings of the upper monastery have undergone partial renovation and are the main seat of the Preveli monastery.
Currently, the lower monastery is still not open to the public and is not used by the monks. The buildings of the upper monastery have undergone partial renovation and are the main seat of the Preveli monastery.
Currently, the lower monastery is still not open to the public and is not used by the monks. The buildings of the upper monastery have undergone partial renovation and are the main seat of the Preveli monastery.
The Kourtaliotiko Gorge, also known as the Asomatos Gorge, is perhaps one of the most spectacular natural attractions available in the central part of Crete.
Agia Triada is a small Minoan archaeological site in the south of Crete, located near Timpaki, located on the western slope of the hill about 40 meters above sea level.
This fortress is a perfect example of Crete's multiculturalism. Located today in Greek hands, it was built by the Venetians, but is called a name taken from the Turkish language.
Rouvas Gorge is one of the most interesting places in this part of Crete. The interesting trail leads in a perfect way to the changing appearance of this gorge.
Matala is one of the most popular towns not only of the southern coast but also of the whole of Crete. In the 1960s and 1970s, this small fishing village was a mecca for hippies.
The Odigitrias Monastery is one of the most famous monasteries of southern Crete. Unfortunately, in terms of popularity, he is far from other Cretan monasteries.
In addition to the famous grand palaces on the island in the Minoan period, a number of smaller residences were created. One of the most important examples is the Vathipetro discovered about 5 km north of Archanes, on the southeastern slope of Mount Juchtas in the central part of Crete.
When traveling around Crete, it is not difficult to pay attention to the fact that most of the beaches there are relatively small and short. For this reason, people who are used to our national Baltic standards, where the sandy coast stretches for kilometers, may experience a special disappointment. However, fortunately, nothing is lost, because Crete in its rich arsenal of various beaches can boast of those that allow for long walks along the coast. One of them, our favorite is the Kommos beach located in the south of the central part of the island.
Although there are countless caves in Crete, only a few can be visited. Sfendoni is the largest cave open to the public. content comes from: http://www.crete.pl www.CRETE.pl
Only a few kilometers separate the bustling city of Rethymno from Mili, a village abandoned by its inhabitants. This place is also known as the village hidden in the gorge.
Information about one of the more known tourist cities of Crete, or about Malia. Description of attractions located in the city of Malia and a description of the specificity of this town.
The Lasithi Plateau is located about 70 kilometers from the capital of Crete - Heraklion. The average height at which the terrain of this plateau is located is 840 m above sea level.
One of the tourist attractions eagerly visited by people spending their holidays in Crete is the Dikte (Psychro) cave. The main factors that attract people to this cave are a rich and varied dripstone robe and a close connection with mythology.
Among the olive groves in the place called Logari, which is less than a kilometer from the village of Kritsa, there is a small Byzantine church of Panagia Kera from the 13th-14th centuries.
Stalida is located directly along the coast and is one of the most famous tourist destinations in Crete, which definitely comes alive with the advent of the tourist season
Most people crossing the route between Agios Nikolaos and Ierapetra will definitely notice the large crack which is marked by the mountain located east of this road. This majestic geological creation called Ha was probably created as a result of an earthquake.
Xerokambos is a small settlement in which you will find literally several taverns, and most of the buildings are single-storey and one-story houses. The big advantage of this beach is a gentle sandy descent to the sea.
Agios Nikolaos (Άγιος Νικόλαος) is a small town with less than 20,000 inhabitants. permanent residents (according to statistical data from 2001). This city is the capital of the Lasithi nomos.
Although Elounda seems to be a sleepy fishing town to this day, however, appearances should not fool you, because this town and its surroundings can boast of probably the largest number of the best hotels.
Although Elounda seems to be a sleepy fishing town to this day, however, appearances should not fool you, because this town and its surroundings can boast of probably the largest number of the best hotels.
Stalida is located directly along the coast and is one of the most famous tourist destinations in Crete, which definitely comes alive with the advent of the tourist season
Zakros is the fourth-largest Minoan palace in Crete in importance and size. This latest found, built on the east coast of the island is located in the village of Káto Zákros.
Zakros is the fourth-largest Minoan palace in Crete in importance and size. This latest found, built on the east coast of the island is located in the village of Káto Zákros.
The first palace was built around 1900 BC. in the place where there was a quite impressive settlement whose remains were later transformed into the central part of the city.
The ruins of the ancient city of Itanos are located at the eastern tip of Crete, less than 3 kilometers north of the famous palm beach of Vai. Although there are also nice beaches at Itanos, unlike its well-known neighbor, this place does not attract crowds. There are either accidental stray tourists or excavation enthusiasts here.
Less than 10,000 population of Sitia makes the city the smallest in Crete. Some even go a step further and say perversely that it is rather the largest village of Crete.
Napoleon's house is one of the few typically tourist attractions in Ierapetra. About what could have happened here in the summer of 1798 and possibly how much in this legend is the truth we write in the article on the page below.
Moni Kapsa Monastery is one of the most interesting monasteries in Crete. Its massive buildings were erected on rocky, gray slopes surrounding the nearby Pervolakia Gorge.
Piękne, chciałabym wiele takich waz i donic ale jak je przewieść do Polski
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2017-01-29 19:10:24
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Chyba inaczej niż własnym samochodem nie da się. Każda z nich ma swoją wagę, ale fakt są niezwykle piękne i na każdej z nich widać dotyk dłoni właściciela Pottery Art Houlakis :)
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2017-01-29 21:10:31
Bez przesady - żyjemy w czasach powszechnie dostępnych i coraz tańszych usług kurierskich - w podobnym warsztacie we Włoszech widziałem ogłoszenie "wysyłamy na cały świat" i koszt wysyłki do Polski był całkiem przystępny - kilkanaście euro. Za sam koszt promu wyślesz pewnie kilkanaście takich naczyń - no chyba ze Grecja ma jakieś straszne cenniki - ale w końcu to są firmy światowe i nie powinny mieć rażąco odbiegających cen w różnych krajach.
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2017-01-29 22:01:14
Wysyłając takie donice z Krety nie unikniesz jednak transportu samolotem albo promem a to podbija cenę przewozu i samej donicy. Druga kwestia to wytrzymałość tych pitosów na polskie mrozy. Z naszego doświadczenia wynika niestety że wystawienie takiej kreteńskiej donicy do ogrodu czy na balkon powoduje że po zimie nie ma czego zbierać, bo glina się rozsypuje w drobny mak.
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Chora Sfakion is an extremely picturesque mountain village of the mountainous and wild region of Sfakia located in the south-west of Crete. This special placement on the Libyan Sea in a way behind the mountain range of Lefka Ori makes the Chora quite isolated from towns dominated by mass tourism. Currently, access here is not a major difficulty because the roads, although narrow and winding are already covered with asphalt.
Loutro is famous for the fact that you can get to it only from the sea or walk on the mountain trail, because there is no other road here. Located on the southern coast of Crete in Chania, it is only a few kilometers from Chora Sfakion. Loutro is located right on the shore of the bay, which is affected by a ferry that runs regularly between Chora Sfakion and Paleochora.
Milia is an authentic mountain settlement, which most probably dates from about the seventeenth century. A small wooden signpost pointing to Milia may not be a great incentive to visit this place. It's a shame because Milia is one of the most charming and surprising places in Crete.
Tak samo jak alerty pogodowe u nas, wstrzymujące tatrzańskich przewodników a potem idealna pogoda, 10% skuteczności prognozy.
gość PiotrWie Jak czekaliście prawie cały dzień na prom w Aghia Roumeli będąc przygotowani do chodzenia to trzeba było iść E4 do Chora Sfakion albo przynajmniej do Loutro - ładny szlak, jak na nadmorską wersję E4 względnie nietrudny.
Ciekawe kiedy wpadną na pomysł noszenia kasków, kiedy poprawią kładki, które są wielką prowizorką.
Za każdą grupą powinien iść przewodnik zamykający grupę, który byłby kumaty w udzielaniu podstawowej pomocy medycznej.
To jest obiekt zamknięty, biorą za to kasę, więc powinni podejść do tematu odpowiedzialnie.
Ale Grekom często brak wyobraźni i chęci. Siga siga.
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Piękne, chciałabym wiele takich waz i donic ale jak je przewieść do Polski
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Chyba inaczej niż własnym samochodem nie da się. Każda z nich ma swoją wagę, ale fakt są niezwykle piękne i na każdej z nich widać dotyk dłoni właściciela Pottery Art Houlakis :)
Bez przesady - żyjemy w czasach powszechnie dostępnych i coraz tańszych usług kurierskich - w podobnym warsztacie we Włoszech widziałem ogłoszenie "wysyłamy na cały świat" i koszt wysyłki do Polski był całkiem przystępny - kilkanaście euro. Za sam koszt promu wyślesz pewnie kilkanaście takich naczyń - no chyba ze Grecja ma jakieś straszne cenniki - ale w końcu to są firmy światowe i nie powinny mieć rażąco odbiegających cen w różnych krajach.
Wysyłając takie donice z Krety nie unikniesz jednak transportu samolotem albo promem a to podbija cenę przewozu i samej donicy. Druga kwestia to wytrzymałość tych pitosów na polskie mrozy. Z naszego doświadczenia wynika niestety że wystawienie takiej kreteńskiej donicy do ogrodu czy na balkon powoduje że po zimie nie ma czego zbierać, bo glina się rozsypuje w drobny mak.
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