Samaria Gorge

Blue Water and Fresh Orange Juice at Every Turn in Western Crete

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August 31st 2016
Great beaches. Fresh orange juice everywhere. A big gorge in the middle. This is Crete. If you like to eat and don’t mind beautiful beaches and crystal clear turquoise water then this is a good place to visit. On my third visit to the island it was off to some familiar places and time to explore some new places. Even after three visits I have yet to make it to the central or eastern part of the ... read more

Europe » Greece » Crete

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Greece achieved its independence from the Ottoman Empire in 1829. During the second half of the 19th century and the first half of the 20th century, it gradually added neighboring islands and territories, most with Greek-speaking populations. In Worl... ... read more