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The best Polish website dedicated to the Greek island Crete and to a small extent of continental Greece. You will find useful information related to visiting Crete that goes beyond the offer of optional tours. On the website you will also find descriptions of the most interesting places that we visited by visiting this largest Greek island. The content complements the current news, photographs and recipes of Greek cuisine.
There is a beach in Crete that literally makes some people shiver. This place is Seitan Limania which can be translated as Satan's Ports or Cursed Ports. This beach is also known as Paralia Stefanou, or Stefanou Beach. For some reason (we don't know why) we haven't put a description of this place on our website so far. So it's time to make up for these embarrassing shortcomings.
Seitan Limania is one of the most popular but secluded beaches of Crete. The zigzag narrow bay literally cuts into the rocky land, and the azure color of the water looks stunning even from a distance. No wonder this beach is crowded in the summer. Its small size means that it really doesn't take much for the next tourists who come here to have a problem finding at least a scrap of free space. However, if you have the opportunity to come to Satan's Ports off-season, e.g. in spring or autumn, you will certainly find a place for yourself here.
It is also necessary to explain why we use the plural in reference to this place. If you look at google maps or fly a drone, you will notice two similar bays located parallel to the south of Stefanou beach. The name Satan's Ports also refers to them. However, in the case of these two neighboring bays, there is no question of going down and sunbathing.
Although getting here requires a car with razor-sharp brakes and the steady hand (and leg) of a composed driver, few people are put off by these requirements. Improper driving down the road with a 10% drop and 180-degree turns will heat the car's brakes and emotions to red. The way back is no less fascinating, especially when you inadvertently stop for a moment to look at Seitan Limania from above. Going uphill again will squeeze the sweat out of every smaller car.
If it's so beautiful here, why is the name so strange?
Contrary to appearances, this name was not invented by tourists who twisted their ankles while trying to descend the breakneck path. The fabulous bay was named the Satanic Ports long ago by the Ottoman Turks. At the same time, they did not go down the steep path bristling with sharp rocks to the beach, but tried to enter this narrow bay by ships. It was no less breakneck activity, as the area of this bay is known for the fact that dangerous currents and waves form here, making it very difficult to perform precise maneuvers. Apparently, getting here required much more skill than the current access by an economy class car. Why did pirates sail into such a place? The reason was quite predictable. The high cliffs of the bay provided excellent cover, which they used to ambush and then rob ships arriving (and departing) from the port of Souda.
Nowadays, getting to the place where the road ends in a tiny parking lot is only half the battle. After getting out of the car, the second round begins, consisting in going down quite a breakneck path. The landscape here is completely raw, and the descent is devoid of facilities, including handrails or even stone steps. The path is led along steep rocks, so in the season there are usually more or less serious accidents here. Every year, the group of people who suffered a severe injury and ended their trip on a hospital bed is growing in this place. For this reason, the descent to Stefana beach is not suitable for small children and people with mobility problems. The average idea is also to go down to the beach if you have a fear of heights. Only goats move easily in this environment.
Before you enter this satanic trail, make sure you have taken everything you need from the car to be happy on the beach. Good shoes and free hands are highly recommended. When planning to spend a few hours on this beach, it is worth knowing that it is completely wild. You will not find here typical beach infrastructure such as: sunbeds, umbrellas, changing cabins or showers. There are also no toilets, beach bar or tavern. You should also take care of drinks and snacks on your own. Although the place is extremely beautiful, the Blue Flag never flies here. This award is given only to those beaches that meet a number of specific requirements. The lack of tourist infrastructure or amenities also means that no one is tidying up this place. You need to remember this when leaving the beach, taking all your garbage with you.
Once you reach the bottom and find a piece of space on the beach to spread your towels, you can enjoy the beauty of this place. Sand and small pebbles forming the local beach are blown systematically from the quarry located above. Many people jump into the insanely azure water right on the cliffs on both sides of the bay.
Goats are regular visitors to this place, regularly fed by tourists during the season, they have gained a lot of courage in dealing with humans. So don't be surprised when you see these animals on the beach. While you spend time happily on water acrobatics, the goats will be happy to rummage through your bags in search of food.
Looking from the perspective of the current popularity of this place, it's hard to believe that Seitan Limani has a fairly short "tourist" history and has not appeared on tourist maps and must-see lists for quite a long time. Of course, the locals knew about Satan's Ports well, but they didn't come here too often either. Everything began to change in 2010 after the construction of an asphalt road leading here. The real boom, however, came in 2015 when, according to local legend, a photo of Seitan Limania was posted on social media.
Or only by car?
Seitan Limani is easiest to reach by car. It is the most convenient and flexible way of transport to this place. Although Seitan Limani beach is located on the Akrotiri peninsula, it is 15 kilometers from Chania and only 10 kilometers from the airport. Ioannis Daskalogiannis, it lacks good public transport. In the summer, the KTEL bus from Chania sometimes comes to the village of Chordaki, which is located near the beach. However, Chordaki is still 4 kilometers away from Seitan Limania, which can only be covered on foot. While the way down is about an hour's walk, the way back will take much longer because the road climbs uphill. Unfortunately, we cannot provide any specific information about the bus's operating hours at this time, because the current timetable is still in winter and does not include this connection.
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W 2002 roku Falasarna zdobyła tytuł najlepszej plaży w Grecji. Wyróżnienie to nie jest bynajmniej przypadkowe, gdyż miejsce to jak na standardy Krety jest naprawdę unikalne.
Elafonisi is a small island located at the end of the southwestern edge of Crete. A characteristic feature of Elafonisi is the shallow lagoon connecting it with Crete.
Elafonisi is a small island located at the end of the southwestern edge of Crete. A characteristic feature of Elafonisi is the shallow lagoon connecting it with Crete.
Chania (Χανιά) is the second largest (after Heraklion) city of Crete. The biggest advantage of Chania is the area of the Old Town and the beautiful Venetian Harbor.
Aptera is a city whose history dates back to at least a thousand years before our era. In the peak period, about 20,000 lived in it. people, of which only 1/5 were free people.
Chania (Χανιά) is the second largest (after Heraklion) city of Crete. The biggest advantage of Chania is the area of the Old Town and the beautiful Venetian Harbor.
Omalos is a perfect starting point for exploring the Samaria Gorge. Located over 1,100 m above sea level extends over an area of 25 km2. Its size corresponds more or less to the size of the Lasithi Plateau.
Located 47 km from the city of Chania, it is the only freshwater lake in Crete. Its area is about 580 thousand. sqm. and the maximum depth is about 45 meters
Omalos is a perfect starting point for exploring the Samaria Gorge. Located over 1,100 m above sea level extends over an area of 25 km2. Its size corresponds more or less to the size of the Lasithi Plateau.
The steel crossing, which in the central part is separated from the ground by nearly 150 m, is at the leading position of the places where the longest bungee jumps are made.
Chania (Χανιά) is the second largest (after Heraklion) city of Crete. The biggest advantage of Chania is the area of the Old Town and the beautiful Venetian Harbor.
The cave is less than 1 km from Moni Gouvernetou Monastery. You will reach it using the pedestrian trail that has been marked out along the slope of the Avlaki Gorge.
Balos is one of Crete's flagship beaches if not all of Greece. We can assure you that the landscapes you see during your trip to Balos will remain with you for a very long time.
The Orthodox monastery of Agia Triada, located on the northern part of the Akrotiri peninsula, is one of the most beautiful and richest monasteries in Crete.
The Orthodox monastery of Agia Triada, located on the northern part of the Akrotiri peninsula, is one of the most beautiful and richest monasteries in Crete.
On the north-western coast of Crete, at the foot of the Gramovous peninsula, there are ruins of the ancient port of Korikos, later known as Falassarna.
Polyrinia was one of the most important city-states of western Crete during the Hellenistic and Roman periods. It was built amphitheater on a steep hill, rising to a height of 481 meters above sea level
The island of Gramvousa, or in fact Imeri Gramvousa (Ήμερη Γραμβούσα), is an inseparable point of a trip that combines a stay in the Balos Lagoon with visiting the remains of a fortress located on the top of the island of Imeri Gramovousa.
There is a beach in Crete that literally makes some people shiver. This place is Seitan Limania which can be translated as Satan's Ports or Cursed Ports.
Dozens of craft workshops located in this small mountain village make Margarites one of the four main centers where traditional Cretan ceramics are made.
The date of the foundation of Moni Arkadiou (Arkadi) is not exactly known. According to tradition, the name of this church refers to the name of the Emperor Arkadiusz, who supposedly was to be its founder.
The date of the foundation of Moni Arkadiou (Arkadi) is not exactly known. According to tradition, the name of this church refers to the name of the Emperor Arkadiusz, who supposedly was to be its founder.
Rethymnon with around 40,000 inhabitants are the third largest city of Crete. This place was populated already in the Minoan period. Historically, the city was an important commercial center.
Skinaria is a small beach located along a small bay, whose outlet on both sides ends with a rocky coast. It is still a little-known place overlooked by mass tourism
Skinaria is a small beach located along a small bay, whose outlet on both sides ends with a rocky coast. It is still a little-known place overlooked by mass tourism
According to Greek mythology, Zeus hid (and perhaps even gave birth) in the Ida cave. This myth is the greatest asset of this cave, which is not as interesting and beautiful as the Dikte cave.
Tripiti is a small beach covered with a mixture of gray sand, gravel and stones. Despite the fact that the beach is unorganized and has a semi-natural appearance, one small tavern works here.
Tripiti is a small beach covered with a mixture of gray sand, gravel and stones. Despite the fact that the beach is unorganized and has a semi-natural appearance, one small tavern works here.
Tripiti is a small beach covered with a mixture of gray sand, gravel and stones. Despite the fact that the beach is unorganized and has a semi-natural appearance, one small tavern works here.
Plakias is a perfect place for people who like to spend time hiking. In the area of the town and the surrounding area, there are several hiking trails that lead to interesting beaches.
Currently, the lower monastery is still not open to the public and is not used by the monks. The buildings of the upper monastery have undergone partial renovation and are the main seat of the Preveli monastery.
Currently, the lower monastery is still not open to the public and is not used by the monks. The buildings of the upper monastery have undergone partial renovation and are the main seat of the Preveli monastery.
Currently, the lower monastery is still not open to the public and is not used by the monks. The buildings of the upper monastery have undergone partial renovation and are the main seat of the Preveli monastery.
The Kourtaliotiko Gorge, also known as the Asomatos Gorge, is perhaps one of the most spectacular natural attractions available in the central part of Crete.
Agia Triada is a small Minoan archaeological site in the south of Crete, located near Timpaki, located on the western slope of the hill about 40 meters above sea level.
This fortress is a perfect example of Crete's multiculturalism. Located today in Greek hands, it was built by the Venetians, but is called a name taken from the Turkish language.
Rouvas Gorge is one of the most interesting places in this part of Crete. The interesting trail leads in a perfect way to the changing appearance of this gorge.
Matala is one of the most popular towns not only of the southern coast but also of the whole of Crete. In the 1960s and 1970s, this small fishing village was a mecca for hippies.
The Odigitrias Monastery is one of the most famous monasteries of southern Crete. Unfortunately, in terms of popularity, he is far from other Cretan monasteries.
In addition to the famous grand palaces on the island in the Minoan period, a number of smaller residences were created. One of the most important examples is the Vathipetro discovered about 5 km north of Archanes, on the southeastern slope of Mount Juchtas in the central part of Crete.
When traveling around Crete, it is not difficult to pay attention to the fact that most of the beaches there are relatively small and short. For this reason, people who are used to our national Baltic standards, where the sandy coast stretches for kilometers, may experience a special disappointment. However, fortunately, nothing is lost, because Crete in its rich arsenal of various beaches can boast of those that allow for long walks along the coast. One of them, our favorite is the Kommos beach located in the south of the central part of the island.
Although there are countless caves in Crete, only a few can be visited. Sfendoni is the largest cave open to the public. content comes from: http://www.crete.pl www.CRETE.pl
Only a few kilometers separate the bustling city of Rethymno from Mili, a village abandoned by its inhabitants. This place is also called the village hidden in the gorge.
Information about one of the more known tourist cities of Crete, or about Malia. Description of attractions located in the city of Malia and a description of the specificity of this town.
The Lasithi Plateau is located about 70 kilometers from the capital of Crete - Heraklion. The average height at which the terrain of this plateau is located is 840 m above sea level.
One of the tourist attractions eagerly visited by people spending their holidays in Crete is the Dikte (Psychro) cave. The main factors that attract people to this cave are a rich and varied dripstone robe and a close connection with mythology.
Among the olive groves in the place called Logari, which is less than a kilometer from the village of Kritsa, there is a small Byzantine church of Panagia Kera from the 13th-14th centuries.
Stalida is located directly along the coast and is one of the most famous tourist destinations in Crete, which definitely comes alive with the advent of the tourist season
Most people crossing the route between Agios Nikolaos and Ierapetra will definitely notice the large crack which is marked by the mountain located east of this road. This majestic geological creation called Ha was probably created as a result of an earthquake.
Xerokambos is a small settlement in which you will find literally several taverns, and most of the buildings are single-storey and one-story houses. The big advantage of this beach is a gentle sandy descent to the sea.
Agios Nikolaos (Άγιος Νικόλαος) is a small town with less than 20,000 inhabitants. permanent residents (according to statistical data from 2001). This city is the capital of the Lasithi nomos.
Although Elounda seems to be a sleepy fishing town to this day, however, appearances should not fool you, because this town and its surroundings can boast of probably the largest number of the best hotels.
Although Elounda seems to be a sleepy fishing town to this day, however, appearances should not fool you, because this town and its surroundings can boast of probably the largest number of the best hotels.
Stalida is located directly along the coast and is one of the most famous tourist destinations in Crete, which definitely comes alive with the advent of the tourist season
Zakros is the fourth-largest Minoan palace in Crete in importance and size. This latest found, built on the east coast of the island is located in the village of Káto Zákros.
Zakros is the fourth-largest Minoan palace in Crete in importance and size. This latest found, built on the east coast of the island is located in the village of Káto Zákros.
The first palace was built around 1900 BC. in the place where there was a quite impressive settlement whose remains were later transformed into the central part of the city.
The ruins of the ancient city of Itanos are located at the eastern tip of Crete, less than 3 kilometers north of the famous palm beach of Vai. Although there are also nice beaches at Itanos, unlike its well-known neighbor, this place does not attract crowds. There are either accidental stray tourists or excavation enthusiasts here.
Less than 10,000 population of Sitia makes the city the smallest in Crete. Some even go a step further and say perversely that it is rather the largest village of Crete.
Napoleon's house is one of the few typically tourist attractions in Ierapetra. About what could have happened here in the summer of 1798 and possibly how much in this legend is the truth we write in the article on the page below.
Moni Kapsa Monastery is one of the most interesting monasteries in Crete. Its massive buildings were erected on rocky, gray slopes surrounding the nearby Pervolakia Gorge.
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Glyka Nera is one of the most spectacular beaches in Crete. Located at the foot of a majestic, steep hillside high for several hundred meters, it is one of the better places for peaceful rest. There are relatively few people here who get to this beach by boat or on their own feet. It is worth knowing that the popular London Times in 2003 recognized this beach as one of the 20 most interesting in Europe.
Diaskari Beach, also known as Green Beach, is less than 3 km from Makry Gialos. This quiet place with a small and simple tavern is a good way to spend a relaxing day away from more crowded places.
: Niestety nie tylko tam nie dba się o zwierzęta jest wiele takich państw, byłam niedawno w Egipcie i serce mi pękało na widok tych wszystkich biednych chudych zaniedbanych zwierząt, niby turystyka rozwinięta w tych krajach a Ciemnogród Totalny
: To nie wydarzyło się w rejonie Rethymno na Krecie ,a na wyspie Paros .Najważniejsze że piesek został uratowany
: Nie odnoszę się do tego konkretnego przypadku ale to smutne, na Krecie nie szanuje się psów i kotów. Pomimo, że widzimy je wszędzie (koty), są karmione odpadkami, zarobaczone z ropiejącymi oczami, zaniedbane. Wiem o czym piszę, mam koty w domu od kilkunastu lat.
Osobiście widziałem jak zabito psa łopatą i zakopano, tylko dlatego, że przychodził na teren hotelu.
Tym bardziej szacunek dla tego Pana o dużym sercu. (...)
gość PiotrWie : Kolejne rekordy to obraz coraz większego overtourismu Krety. Na szczęście są jeszcze miejsca w Grecji gdzie można znaleźć spokój - obecnie jesteśmy na Ikarii gdzie jest mniej więcej tak jak 15 lat temu na południu i w interiorze Krety - na plażach i górskich szlakach spotykasz pojedyncze osoby.
: I bardzo dobrze, Ci wspaniali ludzie zasługują na prosperite.
gość PiotrWie: Okazuje się że wersja "easy to Loutro" jest zaznaczona na Google Maps, polecam szczególnie osobom z dużym plecakiem lub tym z lękiem wysokości.
Gosia | crete.pl : O tutaj: https://anendyk.gr/routes/
gość Iwona: Gdzie można sprawdzić aktualne połączenia łódkami pomiędzy Agia Roumeli a Loutro? Chcemy teraz zrobić fragment E4 przepływając z Chora Sfakjon do Agia Roumeli (via Loutro) i wracać szlakiem do Loutro. Ale kluczowe są wodne połączenia.
: W Jeorjopouli montowali parasole kilka dni temu. No jestem ciekawa czy teraz będą demontować.
gość PiotrWie : Nam się podoba - może znowu da się jeździć na Kretę. Miłośników leżaków zapraszamy z powrotem na północne wybrzeże.
: Bardzo się cieszę. Mnie to odpowiada, bo nie znoszę głośnej muzyki na plaży i coraz trudniej było znaleźć miejsce bez leżaków. Jak ktoś chce leżaki to zapewne znajdzie odpowiednie miejsce.
: W Falasarnie byłam ostatnio jakieś 2-3 lata temu. Leżak na leżaku, głośna muzyka z baru, co najmniej dwa kłady, kursujące tam i z powrotem co kilka minut, generujace niesamowity hałas i smród.... a pamiętam jeszcze czasy, jak można było na tej plaży rozłożyć się z kocykiem w ciszy i spokoju, eh... no cóż może i szkoda miejsc pracy, ale ludzie wszystko potrafią zniszczyć i nie znają umiaru jeśli chodzi o kasę, ... (...)
: Bardzo dobrze. Jak ktoś nie chce wypożyczać leżaka, to miejsca musi szukać na drugim końcu wyspy i w najbrzydszej okolicy.
: Małe sprostowanie.
Określenie "Fałszywe plaże" jest błędne. Chodzi tu o "Niezadeptane plaże" (gr. Απάτητες παραλίες) ;)
: To znaczy, że z Falasarny znikną baldachimy do leżenia? Trochę rewolucja.
: Szkoda. Ale wiadomo, gdzie człowiek tam szkody. Na szczęście miałem przyjemność plażować na wyspie. Jest mega pięknie. Plaże zwłaszcza Golden beach zostaje na zawsze w pamięci.
gość PiotrWie: Z 10 lat temu zamalowano taki drogowskaz, nie wiem czemu. Jak ścieżka z Marmary podejdzie do klifu trzeba szukać odgałęzienia w górę,jak się dobrze przyjrzysz znajdziesz na skale ślad po zamalowanych drogowskazach, idziesz w górę łatwymi niewielkimi zakosami po płytach. Dochodzisz do szlaku Loutro - Livadiana. (...)
Gosia | crete.pl : Myślimy o takiej objazdówce, raczej nie będzie to ten rok, ale plany mamy. Szlak z filmu robiliśmy na przełomie sierpnia i września. Nie pamiętam aby było takie oznakowania, ludzie idą skrajem klifu, straszne miejsce dla mnie z moim lękiem wysokości.
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Nie było tak źle z zejściem. Przepiękne miejsce
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Piękne miejsce, polecam zabrac buty dobre
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Oj wspomnienia wrocily super miejsce i te kozy
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Wschód słońca nad Seitan Limania ❤️
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