The village Skouloufia, is situated 18km from Rethymno and 75km from Heraklion as well as 8km from the nearest beach of Stavromenos. The surrounding area of Skouloufia village displays great archaeological interest with famous Elefterna being just 3km away, the gem Monastery of Arcadi (8km away), the cave in village Melidoni, plenty Byzantine churches scattered all around the district and of course the old town of Rethymno, the pottery village of Margarites and numerous others. From Skouloufia it is easy to plan many excursions to the rest of the island. In the village of Skouloufia, guests can find excellent taverns and all amenities necessary. Worth visiting is the local factory of olive oil.
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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