Plakias Village is located on the south coast about 30 km south of picturesque Rethimno town. Nearby you will find a big crescent bay and the gorges of Selia and Kourtaliiotiko. This is a popular touristic destination, yet the paradox is that it has a unique feel of a smaller, quieter place. Beautiful verdant surroundings and gorges frame the village of Plakias which is a paradise for nature lovers. The village is surrounded by mountains to the north and the Libyan Sea to the south. The name in Greek means "flat" but the approach and coastline are quite mountainous and dramatic. Frangokastello and Sfakia will be a pleasant exploration and a scenic short drive. Above Plakias, Myrthios offers gorgeous views of the bay, coastline, and sea. The gorges of Prevelli with its monastery, Kourtaliotis, and Kotsifos are easily accessed and worth your effort. Also visit the mountain village of Spili, Preveli Monastery and Preveli beach, and the wonderful villages in the hills on the road to Sfakia.
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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