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Rethymno Crete Greece


The prefecture of Rethymno Greece, one of the four of the Greek Island of Crete, lies between the prefecture of Chania and the one of Heraklion. It is full of magnificent beaches, interesting archaeological sites and Byzantine churches, lovely villages, lively resorts and its capital, the town of Rethymno, is a very attractive city which has kept many example of the sumptuous Venetian architecture.
The plethora of charms and beauties astonishes every visitor.
This section of Rethymno Crete (Rethymnon) provides much information: pictures, map, villages, museums, excursions, beaches and more such as a large range of hotels.

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- Unique historic town (11-12-2011)
- Crete my first love (26-02-2011)
- Beach paradise (16-02-2011)
- Place with strong tradition (07-02-2011)

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Ruined monastry Amari ValleyPart ruined monestry in Amari ValleyThe famous bridge of RodakinoMyriokefala - Road to Kallikratis

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- Museum to be constructed in Eleftherna (23/01)
- Archaeological gleanings in Plakias (12/01)
- Tomb with golden leaves found in Crete (28/09)
- Where the land ends (06/09)
- Yakinthia Festival 2009 (06/07)

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:: The villages

In the prefecture of Rethymno Crete various coastal resorts can be found, offering from simple rooms for rent to luxurious hotels and various touristy facilities. Many picturesque mountainous villages are also scattered around the prefecture, proposing just the minimum in terms of accommodations and facilities but offering the possibility to see and live the local traditional way of life. Anogia is one of the most beautiful of those villages. You can't missed Rethymno town (that is more like a big village), Agia Galini, Plakias and others...


:: The beaches

Like in the other prefectures forming the wonderful island of Crete, the prefecture of Rethymno possesses a plethora of idyllic beaches and secluded coves, with crystalline waters. The most popular and one of its most beautiful beaches is the one of Preveli which looks like a lagoon with its emerald waters, palm trees and warm sand. Other beaches: Agia Galini, Perivolia, Platanias and others.


:: An Active Nightlife

For those seeking a way to enjoy their summer nights, the prefecture of Rethymno in Crete will be a real delight. Excellent taverns with Greek music, modern bars of all kinds of atmosphere and night clubs playing all kinds of music can be found in the capital of the prefecture and in the beach resorts of Plakias and Agia Galini.

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