Kato Stalos
In contrast to the more peaceful Pano Stalos, Kato Stalos has plenty of bars, tavernas, and restaurants.
There are excellent facilities here, banks, hotels supermarkets and businesses offering excursions to the Samaria gorge, the Palace of Knossos and other local tourist spots.
The long sandy beaches are excellent and have been awarded the exclusive Blue flag standard.There are water sports and plenty of children’s activities on offer. Chania
Crete’s second city of Chania is also only a 30 minute drive away.
A must for all visitors to the area, Chania has a stunning Venetian harbour where you can catch a sight seeing tour by horse and carriage or a 30 minute trip out to sea on a glass bottom boat.
There are museums and a huge indoor market.
Chania is an excellent place to shop for clothes, jewellery, leather goods and local art and ceramics.
There are lots of bars, restaurants and clubs to keep you refreshed and on your toes. Chania Airport
Chania Airport (sometimes known as Souda Airport) is a short 30 to 40 minute drive away. (See Useful links for Flights) Car hire.
Car hire is essential. (See Useful links for local Car hire specialists) Samaria Gorge
Samaria Gorge is the only national park in Crete and is one of the most spectacular natural parks in Europe.
The only way to see the gorge is to walk through its entire length, sometime between May and October when passage is permitted, but rest assured that the five or so hours that you spend in this gorge will award you with incredible views. Palace of Knossos
In Greek mythology, the labyrinth of Crete was derived from the elaborate floor plan of the Palace at Knossos.
The Palace also known by its more romantic name of the Palace of Minos was discovered in 1878.
The palace covers an area of 20,000 square metres and originally had 1.400 rooms.
It has been partially restored.
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