Ierapetra Lassithi is located 35 km south of Agios Nikolaos town and is the largest city of Lassithi. Its inhabitants are mostly engaged in agriculture and tourism. It is surrounded by expanses of orange and lemon groves that add up significantly to its beauty. In Ierapetra, one can visit the remains of a fortress built during the 13th century AD also known as the Castle Gerapetra, Katelli or Koule. Worth visiting is the beautiful Turkish mosque in the old town, as well as the 14th century AD Church of the Metamorphosis of Christ. Ierapetra boasts great tourist facilities such as bars, cafes, and taverns, mostly around the harbor. Boat tours to the island of Gaidouronissi (Donkey Island), or else Chrissi, are organized from Ierapetra.
Located on the eastern side of Crete, Lasithi is the least tourist region of Crete island. Although it includes some popular places such as Elounda, a VIPs and jet-setters resort, Sissi, Sitia and Ierapetra, the rest of the region has maintained its authentic traditional character, away from mass tourism. Various small towns, busy coastal resorts and picturesque mountainous villages can be found around the prefecture of Lasithi.
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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