Anissaras is located 24 km east of Heraklion and 1 km west of Hersonissos. The area of Anissaras is part of the coastline that stretches until Malia. Anissaras is a large, hilly area just outside of Hersonissos, but there is a vast morphological difference between those two. By some Anissaras is considered as Hersonissos’ high-class suburb. Choosing Anissaras for your holidays gives you the best of both worlds; a place for a quieter vacation, yet close to the vibrant Hersonissos hot spots with their renowned nightlife. While most of the shoreline in Anissaras is rocky, there are some beautiful artificial sandy beaches with loungers, umbrellas, snack bars, and beach cafes. Several of them offer excellent facilities for various water sports and other aquatic activities, including scuba diving and snorkeling.
Heraklion is the biggest and most popular region of Crete on the eastern side of the island located between Rethymno and Lassithi. It is a city of contrasts, offering intense nightlife in nearby regions such as Malia and Hersonissos, but also many peaceful places, particularly on the southern side. Heraklion Greece is the cradle of the Minoan civilization and a visit to the Minoan Palaces of Knossos and Phaestos will be worth your while. It is surrounded by traditional villages, Medieval castles, Byzantine monasteries, and nice beaches to relax, so make sure you get a drive around. This region combines busy resorts and secluded places to cover all tastes.
Crete is the largest island in Greece and the fifth largest in the Mediterranean Sea. Here you can admire the remnants of brilliant civilizations, explore glorious beaches, impressive mountainscapes, fertile valleys and steep gorges, and become part of the island’s rich gastronomic culture. One of the most popular destinations of the country, Crete is the dream of a lifetime for millions of tourists.
Being among the top 20 tourist destinations worldwide, Greece is synonymous with 3 things: history and ancient civilization, amazing landscapes and top touristic destinations. Greece is so wealthy in culture and beauty that it never seems to be completely explored. Holidays in Greece is the ultimate experience all year round. It offers a great pallet of experiences; the warm sun, the crystal clear beaches, the dramatic nature, the rich culture and the renowned hospitality along with the unique culinary experience of the Mediterranean diet.
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