Crete is the largest and most populous island of Greece. Located in the South-Eastern Mediterranean, it has approximately 650,000 inhabitants and is divided into 4 prefectures (Chania, Rethymnon, Heraklion, and Lasithi).
Crete has a way of enchanting every visitor. The island of Crete is an attractive destination for holidays and investments. The most important reasons are:
- It is the precious “gift” of culture and history: archaeological sites, monasteries, churches, sights, monuments, castles, museums, islands, and places of various interests.
- Paradise of activities and discoveries: canyons, lakes, beaches, secluded beaches, caves, waterfalls, mountains, traditional villages, and the unique flora and fauna of the island.
- It has a warm climate and sunshine most days of the year
- Low crime
- The Cretan diet and cuisine
- It has good access and a good connection with the rest of Greece, Greek islands, and the rest of the world. It has 4 ports (Chania, Rethymno, Heraklion, Sitia), 3 airports (Chania, Heraklion, Sitia), taxis, organized buses to every corner of Crete, and car rental companies.
- The cost of living is at lower levels compared to other Greek islands.
- The genuine hospitality and way of life of the Cretans remain unforgettable.
