Crete is the largest and southernmost of the Grecian islands. Located between the Aegean and Libyan seas and measuring some 256kms across, the island is distinctive as the birthplace of European culture. Covered with mountainous folds hiding a myriad of ancient ruins, stunning beaches and lush gorges, Crete offers countless sightseeing and recreational activities, making it an ideal holiday destination. Its patchwork history of occupation has left behind a magnificent architectural and cultural legacy, with a diverse collection of archaeological sites, Venetian villas, Byzantine basilicas and a host of fascinating museums scattered across the island’s expanse.