Asteri is a beautiful village near the coastal settlements of Sfakaki and Stavromenos situated 13km east of Rethymno. It probably took its name (meaning star in Greek), from a fountain with a carved lion on it that shone like a star. In 1866 the village was totally destroyed by the Turks, thus there are very few Venetian buildings saved from that era. During the German occupation, the Nazis arrested and executed the few men of the village and burnt it. Today there is a monument and worth visiting is the folklore museum. Built in an altitude of 70m and in a part of the hillside of Arsaniotikos torrent, Asteri is an ideal destination since it is really close to the crystalline beaches of north Rethymno. Many of its inhabitants who had abandoned the village, returned and built beautiful mansions.
Rethymno Greece is one of the four regions of Crete island, located on the western side of Crete, between the prefectures of Chania and Heraklion. Its authentic intact beauty and relaxing atmosphere is its gem. It boasts magnificent beaches, interesting archaeological sites, Byzantine churches, lovely villages and many resorts. Rethymnon is a town with intense Medieval architecture and a lovely Venetian port with a lighthouse.
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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