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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.
A small wooden signpost pointing to Milia (Μηλιά) may not be a great incentive to visit this place. Many people going through the Gorge Gorge pass it without much reflection. It's a shame because Milia is one of the most charming and surprising places. For many people, the only gravel road leading there can be a kind of attraction.
The history of the creation of the modern village of Milia
Milia is an authentic mountain settlement, which most probably dates from about the seventeenth century. The contemporary history of this place, however, does not reach so far. The first plans to adapt this village for tourism purposes appeared in the eighties of the last century. The main initiator of this project was Iakovos Tsourounakis. His vision of bringing this settlement back to life was initially accepted with disdain and disbelief. At that time, it was an ordinary ruin that had not been inhabited for over 40 years. Only friendship with the resident Giorgosem Makrakis, who had similar dreams, caused that both gentlemen proceeded to act.
The first stage of work lasted nearly three years. The revitalization of this place was done with great care and was based on local materials that were originally used to build these houses. As a result, the impact of this investment on the local environment has been significantly reduced.
In 1993, this place was opened for tourists for the first time. Despite the initial skeptical voices, the vast majority of local residents highly appreciated the effort put in to bring Milia back to life. Five years later, the band was joined by Tasos, who was born and lived in Athens. Today, it is he and Giorgos who are responsible for the functioning and further development of this place.
Village Eco
A dozen beautifully restored stone buildings have been adapted for tourism. The smallest of them are small stone houses, the total area of which does not exceed 15 sq m. In each of them, however, you will find a modern bathroom and a furnace for heating.
Although this piece of equipment on Crete may seem completely unnecessary, however, we assure you that in Milia it is quite useful. Even during the spring, not to mention winter, it's quite cold here. The shady valley, full of greenery and trees, makes you feel a clear drop in temperature in the evenings with dusk.
The interiors of the houses are traditional Cretan furniture made of wood. Some of them are restored antiques that were once used by local residents.
It is worth noting that the electricity used in this place as a whole comes from renewable sources. The impact of people visiting here on the local ecosystem has been limited to a minimum. The water used in the houses is subject to filtration and then it is used entirely for garden irrigation. For cleaning in the village of Milia do not use chlorine-containing chemicals from the very beginning.
In our opinion
Even if you do not plan to spend the night in this place, it is definitely worth visiting this place. Although the road leading here is gravel, however, it is in good condition and it does not present any difficulty. Even less experienced drivers should be able to cope without the slightest hassle.
The shady valley, which is full of greenery, makes Milia have its unique atmosphere. Beautiful stone houses separated by narrow paths border with semi-wild gardens overgrown with various plants. Many of these are typical of Crete herbs such as rock rose, or Cretan purge.
The tavern / restaurant (εστιατόριο) located in the central part of the village is a very unique place where you can taste many traditional dishes served practically straight from the kitchen. Most of them are based on plants grown in the surrounding fields. The menu is a relative term, and it will be much more accurate to write that there is something like a table of dishes in the tavern. It is written on what has just come from the cook's hand. And we can assure you that choosing these dishes is notyou will be disappointed. This is where we ate one of the most delicious briam.
How to get
A visit to the village of Milia, if you do not want to spend the night here, it's best to combine with the rest on Elafonissi beach. On the way back, look for the modest signposts, which are located about 3 kilometers before the famous tunnel in the Gorge Toplia. We used the departure to the towns of Vlatos and Rogida. Then, after reaching the first of these towns, we turned right. We defeated the further part of the road following the characteristic wooden signposts. In the upper part of the driveway, the asphalt surface ends and goes into a gutter, which is however in very good condition so there is no problem with getting there. The road is very picturesque and is an additional bonus of this trip.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Makry Gialos is one of the less-appreciated tourist destinations in Crete. It's a pity, because unlike those located on the north coast, it is here that we can enjoy the full tourist infrastructure and a good sandy beach, without sacrificing peace.
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 became a mecca for hippies. Its hallmark is a rock with cavernous caves, where the beach is located. For several years, Matala Beach Festival has been organized here, which attracts fans of good music and entertainment for one June weekend.
Stalida is located in the central-eastern part of Crete. It is less than 30 km from Heraklion airport. Located directly along the coast, it is one of the most famous tourist destinations in Crete, which definitely comes alive with the advent of the tourist season
gość PiotrWie Jutro na morzu Egejskim ma być bardzo silny wiatr. My mieliśmy przepływać z Amorgos na Koufonissię ale odwołano prom - ma być 8 w skali Beauforta, mamy nadzieję na prom w sobotę. Ciekawe jakie wiatry zapowiadają na Krecie.
W wąwozie od dawna są ostrzeżenia i myślę, że ta zmiana regulaminu nie była aż tak potrzebna. To się może zawsze zdarzyć. Zwłaszcza, że ostatnio było trzęsienie ziemi.
Bardziej mnie ciekawi dlaczego nikt nie zwraca uwagi na wejściu na obuwie. Sama byłam świadkiem jak dwie panie, Polki zresztą, przeszły szlak w klapeczkach. Wycieczka zorganizowana to była. Udało im się. (...)
Liczę na kolejne, już trzecie przejście już niebawem
gość PiotrWie My jesteśmy na Cykladach ( aktualnie na Amorgos) i jest na zmianę - jeden dzień upału że tylko da się przeżyć w wodzie i na plaży, drugi ciepły z lekkimi chmurkami a trzeci z wiatrem który łeb urywa.
Jednak nie w całej Grecji taka pogoda, od 3 dni jesteśmy pod Olimpem na Rivierze i jest coraz chłodniej, ciepło ale nie upalnie. W nocy padało.
W takim razie Malia teraz odbija sobie majówkowe chmury - i jak na Malię raportowaną wówczas ("chłód", długie rękawy i wiatr) -> z końcówki stawki - wysuwa się na czoło (temperaturowego) peletonu
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