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The Kourtaliotiko gorge (Greek: Κουρταλιώτικο Φαράγγι), also known as the Asomatos gorge (Greek: Φαράγγι Ασώματου), is perhaps one of the most spectacular natural attractions available in the central part of Crete. The total length of this ravine is about 3 kilometers. Its majestic walls are separated by Sucha Góra (904 m high) and Kouroupis mountain (984 m above sea level). At the climax point, the steep walls of the gorge are over 600 meters high. Kourtaliotiko is one of those places whose enormity and beauty is very difficult to "reproduce" on the Internet. No photographs or films made in this place are able to convey the impression that the Kourtaliotiko gorge exerts on people passing through it.
Going by road number 93, south of Rethymnon, you'll find yourself in a little varied agricultural region of Crete. Only when you are about 20 kilometers away from this city you will come across mountainous areas that seem to close the possibility of further travel. A small rock ledge under the western wall of the ravine forms the entrance gate to Kourtaliotiko. In this place the width of the ravine to a small extent exceeds the width of the road. Over several hundred meters, the gorge clearly opens, and the road leads to a large parking lot towering over the bottom of the ravine. This is usually quite crowded place, because cars stop here, and often also bus tours. They all take pictures, make movies, and look around in the ravine with amazement. It is enough, however, to come this late in the afternoon or at evening, to freely contemplate and soak up the beauty of Kourtaliotiko.
Wnętrze Agios Kiriaki
Ciągle użytkowana kaplica Agios Kiriaki
Niewielki dzwon przy Agios Kiriaki
A small church, Agios Kiriaki, located in the Kourtaliotiko gorge.
For most of the time a very strong wind blows in the area of the ravine. It is from him that the name of the gorge is derived. Strong gusts lashing the rock walls seem very characteristic sounds of the "kourtala" resembling the sound of clapping. These sounds are particularly well audible in the northern part of the gorge, about 20 meters from its beginning.
Along the bottom of the gorge, along the banks of the Kourtaliotis river, there is a walking trail that leads to Preveli beach. Currently, these areas are protected by the EU directive on the protection of natural habitats (92/43 / EEC). Several endangered species of predatory birds (including vultures, buzzards and eagles) found shelter in the created reserve. It is also worth mentioning the unique aquatic animals inhabiting the Kourtaliotiko gorge - the Mauremys caspica turtles and freshwater Elaphe situla serpents.
Wjazd do wąwozu
Początkowa wąska część Kourtaliotiko
Widok w kierunku wnętrza wąwozu
Północna część parkingu
Południowa część parkingu
Droga wiedzie w zachodniej ścianie wąwozu
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Knossos is one of the flagship monuments visited by tourists, it is also the most popular place where organized trips go.
Heraklion (Iraklion) is the largest city of Crete. With almost 140,000 inhabitants, it is the fourth largest city in Greece.
Dozens of craft workshops located in this small mountain village make Margarites one of the four main centers where traditional Cretan ceramics are made.
International airport. Nikos Kazantzakis in Heraklion is currently the largest airport in Crete.
Heraklion (Iraklion) is the largest city of Crete. With almost 140,000 inhabitants, it is the fourth largest Greek city.
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.
Thrapsano is a small town inhabited by slightly over 2,500 people, the vast majority of which until recently maintained their activity as a potter.
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.
Około 60 kilometrów na południowy zachód od stolicy Krety - Heraklionu znajdują się ruiny drugiego co do wielkości starożytnego pałacu - Fajstos.
Currently, Melidoni Cave (originally called Gerontospilios) is associated mainly with the tragic events that took place here in 1824.
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.
It is one of the most important and largest museums in Greece and one of the most important in Europe.
Tylissos is one of the few places in Crete that has kept its name since ancient times.
Plaża w Damnoni jest położona po sąsiedzku z Plakias - popularną turystyczną miejscowością
Agios Pavlos is a small town located on the southern coast of Crete near Saktouria.
Triopetra is located at the foot of the Siderotas mountain about 52 km south of Rethymno.
gia Galini (Αγία Γαλήνη) jest jednym z najpopularniejszych nadmorskich kurortów na południowym wybrzeżu Krety.
The observatory is located at the top of the Skinakas mountain at an altitude of 1750 m. The idea for its construction was born in 1984.
The Late-Romanesque cemetery in Armeni is located on the outskirts of this town, located less than 10 km south of the center of Rethymno.
The museum presents the dramatic history of Crete written over the last several hundred years.
The modern settlement known as Argyroupolis was built on the site of the ancient city of Lappa (also called Lambi)
Lentas is a good idea for those who want to get away from villages steeped in industrial tourism.
This ancient quarry, consisting of two parts by modern times, is called Λαβυρινθάκι and Λαβύρινθος.
If anyone of you is looking for a good restaurant near Matala and Kalamaki, then we would like to recommend estiório Chrisopigi.
Psiloritis (Timios Stavros - Holy Cross) is the top of the highest mountain of Crete, rising to 2456 m above sea level.
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.
Kali Limenes (meaning Dobre Porty or Piękny Przystanie) is a coastal town located in the Asterousia Mountains on the southern coast of Crete.
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
The old Venetian port and the lighthouse are one of the most recognizable elements of Rethymno.
Samaria is one of the most important tourist attractions located in the western part of Crete. In addition to such places as Balos and Elafonissi beaches or the extremely charming oldest part of the city of Chania, the gorge is one of the stronger magnets attracting tourists to this area of the island.
Samaria is one of the places we often devote a place to on our site. This gorge is not without exaggeration is considered one of the biggest attractions of the western part of Crete. Every year in high season it is visited by even over a thousand people a day. Its popularity was influenced not only by the natural beauty of this place, but also by the name of the longest gorge in Europe. Although there is already a guide on our site, in which we described in detail the trip from Paleochora to the Samaria Gorge, we decided to supplement it with an additional article. Below you will find detailed information on how to organize this trip yourself from some of the more important towns of central and western Crete.
Komentarze
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Zachwyt,miejsce niesamowite,koniecznie ! :) atrakcje podczas przejazdu wąwozem bezcenne :D
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A przejazd nocą jest już w ogóle szczególny.
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O tak ! jechałam nocą taxi z Rethymno,do Plakias ...na zawsze zapamietam te wrażenia :) oczywiście że tam wrócę :)
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Miałam tą przyjemność nie tylko przejezdzać,ale również niejednokrotnie zatrzymać się- bajka :) . Jedyny minus to te skały spadające na drogę... Już parokrotnie niewiele brakowało by mieć bliski kontakt ze spadajacymi kamieniami
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serio ?ja prawie codziennie przejeżdżałam przez wąwóz,przeważnie siatki wszędzie,widać niewystarczające to zabezpieczenie . Widoki są bajeczne,widziałam ludzi z dronami ,film z lotu ptaka musi być niesamowity
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Miałyście okazję zatrzymać się w wąwozie podczas silnego wiatru? Takiego co wyrywa drzwi z samochodu?
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Niestety latające spadające kamienie to fakt... Dana, siatki są tylko od dołu, a sama wiesz, a część wąwozu to pionowe skały i nawisy.. i siatki tam niewiele pomogą.
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pierwsze 3 dni pobytu wiało pierońsko,leżenie na plaży było bolesnym doznaniem a smaganie we wodzie też mało sympatyczne ;) natomiast w nocy,wiatr do snu kołysał :) w wąwozie podczas wiatru nie byłam
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Wtedy wolałam się tam nie zatrzymywać ;) . Dobrze, że pora wietrzna już minęła i jest spokojnie. Uroki Plakias i okolicy ;)
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Te skały spadają chyba głównie podczas niepogody, po ulewie widzieliśmy bardzo duże głazy. A wąwóz niesamowity, te wodospady na dole, no i po drodze do naszego Plakias :)
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zakochałam się 3 raz w Krecie,a konkretnie Południowej części tej wyspy ,a Plakias przeurocze ,wrócę tam :)
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Tak dokładnie. Plakias i okolice bywają bardzo wietrzne, nawet wtedy gdy trochę dalej w okolicach Rethymno jest spokój.
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Dana południe jest rewelacyjne. Zgadzamy się Tobą :)
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Miałam okazję być w Kanionie podczas tak silnego wiatru ze przyginał ludzi do ziemi, wyrywał drzwi i ciskał kamieniami. Potężne przeżycie!
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w pierwszych dniach września przestawało wiac i robilo się bardzo gorąco,wtedy tęskniłam za wiatrem :)
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Ola my kiedyś mieliśmy dokładnie tak samo. Jak zatrzymaliśmy się to nie było jak wysiąść a potem jak porobiliśmy trochę zdjęć to nie mogliśmy otworzyć drzwi do samochodu.
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Otóż to! Dla mnie to fenomen - północ spokojna a południe od kanionu poczynając - istne szaleństwo :)
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Racja, żadne zdjęcie film nie oddaje piękna tego wąwozu... Próbowałam to uczynić wielokrotnie i nigdy się nie udało. To Moja ulubiona droga do Plakias :)
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Tak dokładnie, wąwóz jest wyjątkowo "niefotogeniczny", za to bardzo zyskuje w bezpośrednim kontakcie ;-)
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O tak :) W ten poniedziałek testowałam ponownie,przejazd przez cały wąwóz ... efekt u mnie na tablicy.. Jak zwykle pozostawia niedosyt; )
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a jak się zejdzie na sam dół, to jest efekt...Niestety wyjście jest zabójcze. Dobrze że są schody
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Zwłaszcza w tej temperaturze...
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Byliśmy :) nawet film nagraliśmy, a i tak nie oddaje tego ogromu!
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Pierwszy raz Kanionem jechaliśmy dawno temu w nocy. Zatrzymalismy się i to, co ujrzeliśmy w świetle księżyca dosłownie nas powaliło swoim ogromem u majestatem. I mimo ze od 15 lat jeździmy tym kanionem kilka razy w tygodniu, niezmiennie robi na nas szalone wrażenie :)
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Oj tak to jest miejsce którego się nie zapomina i w którym człowiek zawsze czuje się bardzo, ale to bardzo mały :)
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Kreteńskim kierowcom autobusów należą się owacje na stojaco !! :) :D
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to miejsce zrobiło na mnie chyba największe wrażenie podczas pobytu na Krecie. wstyd się przyznać, ale przy pierwszym ujrzeniu nawet łezka w oku się zakręciła ;)
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Żaden wstyd :) taki widok mowę odbiera :)
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Wspaniały i majestatyczny, żadne zdjęcia tego nie oddadzą :-)
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Hi hi... Wczoraj :) Tylko przejazdem niestety - na trasie Plakias-Lotnisko. Ale obiecuję sobie, że kiedyś przespaceruję się dnem tego wąwozu "na nogach".
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