Kato Zakros is definitely worth visiting although it is not quite ideal for overnight stay. It is highly recommended, however, for a day-long visit far from the tourist trail. This is really strange because a major archaeological site and an easily accessible gorge are nearby, in a distance of 500 m. from the picturesque, seaside village. Yet very few people visit the place. Who can ever know what is in the tourist mind?
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Crete: Xerokambos, what a place!
While thousands of tourists struggle to find a place to lay their towel in the world-famous beaches of West Crete (Balos, Elafonissi), on the opposite end of the island there is something strange (though marvelous) happening. The beaches of Xerokambos with their crystal clear, turquoise waters are crowd-free! Its beauty and tranquility make this remote area the appropriate place to spend a few days relaxing by the sea.
Crete: Moni Kapsa and Asprolithos
So far our journey in South Lassithi wasn’t something to be excited about. The greenhouses were alternating with raws of characterless “rooms for rent”, tavernas and various tourist shops. We left behind us Makrygialos, a former fishing village and now the most popular resort of the area, with a large feeling of disappointment about the effects of “all inclusive” tourism. Luckily the frustration didn’t last long (as you can see from the photo above).