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General information about Crete:
Crete has many layers of history. It is steeped in ancient Greek mythology, famed as the birthplace of Zeus and home to the Minoans which was a highly developed civilisation some 4000 years ago. Crete has been appropriately named the cradle of western culture.
The places of Knossos, Phaistos, Malia and Zakros the seats of the Minoan Kings, denote the pinnacle of this intriguing civilisation.
Sites from classical Greece, Byzantium, ancient Rome, Venice and the Ottoman period all the way through to the Second World War. Without a doubt, for those who enjoy history, many interesting holidays could be spent delving into the rich history of Crete.
Crete has such uniquely contrasting landscapes throughout its 300 km length that there is always some vista to thrill the senses.
There are vast dramatic snow covered mountains, sandy tree lined beaches, flat fertile plains and fabulous deep gorges.
There is an abundance of water, fruit, vegetables, seafood and wine, as well as some of the finest honey and yoghurt in the world.
The mild Mediterranean climate is ideal for holidays and as such offers the opportunity to swim in the sea for at least 8 months of the year.
The weather on Friday, February 07 2003 at noon in Heraklion
Today there is strong wind from West at 23 mph / 37 km/h
Climate:
Crete is one of the most southerly parts of Europe, lying to the south of the North African cities of Tunis and Algiers. With over 300 days of sunshine each year it enjoys the record for Europe, yet in the summer months the intense heat is eased on the north coast by the breezes of the - Meltemi - .
In Spring there is a virtual explosion of wild flowers which makes the island a sight to behold and a joy to the senses. The start of the break up of the long dry months begins in October and November signifying the beginning of winter yet even the winter months can often have periods of lovely bright and warm sunny weather.
Month
Air in day time
Sea
Rainy Days
January
15
16
13
February
16
16
10
March
17
16
8
April
20
18
4
May
23
20
2
June
27
22
1
July
29
24
0
August
29
25
0
September
27
24
2
October
24
23
5
November
20
19
8
December
17
16
12
The rich mountainous countryside lures those who are interested in exploring on foot, whilst the historical aspect of the island entices many to visit the variety of beautiful castles, monasteries and archaeological sites, some of which are 5.000 years old. Most importantly, there is always the warm friendliness of the Cretan people who may well invite you to share a drink with them. Crete may become for you, as it has for so many previous visitors, a special and endearing place to be visited time and time again.
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