Christmas on the island of Crete (PICTURES)

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Two days before Christmas, and Crete is decorated all over. 

Its towns, its villages full of flashing lights  emiting warmth and a sense of expectation for better days to come, while the smell of melted sugar and all kinds of sweets is filling the clear winter atmosphere.   


Heiraklio


Chania


Rethymno


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The Agia Pelagia Beach near Heraklion

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The beautiful and picturesque Agia Pelagia is one of the most popular and cosmopolitan destinations. It has a stunning and fully – organized sandy beach with crystal – clear water and no waves as the area generally is protected from strong winds. On the beach, you will find everything that is necessary for a comfortable and pleasant day at sea. Furthermore, the beach of Agia Pelagia is an ideal place for people who love water sports as they will find there a water sports center which offers safe and certified services. There, you will also find some small souvenirs shops and mini markets. The wider area has more beaches to visit. One of them is the so called Mononaftis beach which will enchant you because of its fantastic green color water. So if you choose Heraklion for your holidays do not miss an excursion to Agia Pelagia.
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Visiting the Analipsi Beach

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Analipsi is a famous beach that every year attracts lots of visitors. It is located at a distance of 22 km away from the city of Heraklion and on its east side. Analipsi has an amazing coast with thin, pale sand. The crystal – clear sea has a unique light – blue color. In addition, at the beach, there are some rocks that compose a magical and wild landscape.  What is more, the sea has normal depth and sea bed configuration but it is exposed to the winds and usually, has waves. However, it is a perfect place for families with children because it has a really clean marine environment. Additionally, the beach of Analipsi is ideal for the visitors who like water sports as it has the necessary facilities. It is also worth mentioning that the area has a water park where you can have a great time with your kids and your friends. Analipsi beach is one of the most enchanting places to visit in Crete.  
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Τhe endless Ammoudara Beach

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Ammoudara beach, located very close to the city center of Heraklion, has a huge sandy coastline with a length of 6 km. being one of the most developed areas in the prefecture. In addition, the combination of its great length and light blue water reminds one of the classic, exotic beaches with the big waves. Ammoudara, is a coastal resort, with an intense touristic activity, canteens and cafeterias located on the beach, offering the visitor cold water, coffees, beverages, fresh juices as well as, lots of fresh and tasteful snacks.  Ammoudara also has many beach bars with loud music as well as lifeguards who oversee the place in order to ensure the safety of the swimmers and intervene in a case of an emergency., It is worth mentioning to the activities offered by this beautiful beach and the information that the beach is also accessible to people with disabilities as it has a corridor for wheelchairs. After all, the beach of Ammoudara won a prize in the Blu...
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