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Crete (Greek: Κρήτη, Kríti ['kriti]; Ancient Greek: Κρήτη, Krḗtē) is the largest and most populous of the Greek islands, and the fifth-largest island in the Mediterranean Sea, after Sicily, Sardinia, Cyprus, and Corsica. Crete and a number of surrounding islands and islets constitute the region of Crete (Greek: Περιφέρεια Κρήτης), one of the 13 top-level administrative units of Greece. The capital and the largest city is Heraklion. As of 2011, the region had a population of 623,065.
Crete forms a significant part of the economy and cultural heritage of Greece, while retaining its own local cultural traits (such as its own poetry and music). It was once the center of the Minoan civilization (c. 2700–1420 BC), which is currently regarded as the earliest recorded civilization in Europe.
The island is first referred to as Kaptara in texts from the Syrian city of Mari dating from the 18th century BC, repeated later in Neo-Assyrian records and the Bible (Caphtor). It was also known in ancient Egyptian as Keftiu, strongly suggesting a similar Minoan name for the island.
Video from our trip to Crete 2012.10.08 11 days, 2500km 02:00 Balos beach 02:58 Red Beach 03:00 Matala 03:36 Lerapetra 03:53 Sitia 04:18 VAI beach 04:37 Agios Nikolaos 04:58 Agiofarago beach 05:50 Zaros 06:09 Samaria gorge 07:17 Loutro 07:37 Knossos 07:54 Acqua plus water park 08:12 Heraklion 08:26 Elafonisi beach 09:24 Preveli Palm beach 09:50 Rethymno 10:21 Agios Nikolaos 10:53 Malia beach My other videos: The Best of MADEIRA https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=K_X_BYQWC4k The Best of Tenerife https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dFd8M2zh9L0 The Best of Andalusia https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hMPDUQOj-5Y The Best of PARIS https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EteiwnoS8qQ
The largest Greek island awaits the tourists with a various landscape: over 2500 meters high mountains, beautiful bays and enchanting cities. There are white-walled houses, taverns and silent monasteries hiding among the olive trees and orange orchards. Thos, who love history, can take a good look at the palace of Knossos near the capital. Matala is famous of its caves, the breathtaking Samaria gorge is one of Europe’s wildest places, while the beaches of Preveli and Vai await the lovers of the sea. The cities, like Agios Nikolaos, Rethimno and Hania are beautiful even for the Greek standards. -------------- Watch more travel videos ► http://goo.gl/HYQdhg Join us. Subscribe now! ► http://goo.gl/QHWi2p Be our fan on Facebook ► http://goo.gl/0xmbQk Follow us on Twitter ► http://goo.gl/334l...
Crete is Greece's largest, most diverse and arguably most beautiful island. Although it could not be more Greek, Crete has its own history, folklore and traditions. Barry learns more about these traditions by visiting artisans, craftsmen & food lovers who are all committed to maintaining a link to their extraordinary past. From organic beekeeping in the mountains of Western Crete, to cooking traditional pies well matched to their rugged mountain environment, Barry also discovers the craft of olive wood carving and the age-old art of pottery.
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Holiday travel in Crete. The plan was to experience and see as much as we can of the biggest island in Greece. We've been traveling by car across the whole island - 1600 km in 12 days. Places: -Chania -Seitan Limania -Balos -Elafonissi -Hora Sfakion -Matala -Ilingas -Vai -Ag. Galini -Fallasarna -Chersonisou -Kurnas lake Shot 100% on the new GoPro HERO3+ Black. Edited with Sony Vegas Pro 13 Music: Gareth Emery - Long Way Home Download link: https://soundcloud.com/garethemery/long-way-home
Crete is Greece's largest island. It was here that researchers first documented the health benefits of the Mediterranean diet. In this brief look at their way of cooking you will be struck by the widespread use of leafy greens and other vegetables. The Culinary Institute of America, in association with Unilever Foodsolutions, presents "Savoring the Best of World Flavors." - John Barkley Download recipes from the DVD at: http://www.ciaprochef.com/WCA5/index.html
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(Part 6 of 7) The people living on the Greek island of Crete love their wine and eat a rich variety of foods drawn from their groves, farms, and the sea. Photographer Matthieu Paley captures the joyful people that have lived on the Mediterranean diet long before it became a fad. Upcoming Events at National Geographic Live: http://events.nationalgeographic.com/events/ The National Geographic Live series brings thought-provoking presentations by today’s leading explorers, scientists, photographers, and performing artists right to you. Each presentation is filmed in front of a live audience at National Geographic headquarters in Washington, D.C. New clips air every Monday.
Crete is the largest and most populous of the Greek islands, the fifth-largest island in the Mediterranean Sea, and one of the 13 administrative regions of Greece. The capital and the largest city of Crete is Heraklion. It forms a significant part of the economy and cultural heritage of Greece while retaining its own local cultural traits (such as its own poetry, and music). To preview vacation package visit http://www.worldtravelstudio.com To customise your vacation as per your requirement: Call: 1800 267 0 261 or +91 22 6557 0077 Email: joy@worldtravelstudio.com STAY CONNECTED WITH US: Subscribe WTS TV to stay updated https://www.youtube.com/user/WorldTravelStudio Like us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/WorldTravelStudio Follow us on Twitter https://twitter.com/WTravelStudio ...
Travel video about destination Crete in Greece. Crete is an island of light, the ‘cradle of Zeus’, with sun-drenched coastlines, picturesque villages and majestic mountains. No wonder that even the gods felt comfortable in this wonderful region of Greece.Heraklion is the capital of the largest and most southerly Greek islands, on which a highly developed culture has existed for 4,000 years. The Venetians built massive fortresses to defend the island against the Turks. The Gortys Ruins are reminders of the moving history of an old town that was prosperous in the 5th century B.C., when Gortys became the most powerful town of the Messara Plain. Throughout the olive groves and between the hills, can be found the scattered remnants of its past cultural riches.With its beautiful sandy beaches, M...
Travel video about destination Crete. Crete is an island of light, the ‘cradle of Zeus’, with sun-drenched coastlines, picturesque villages and majestic mountains. Now wonder that even the gods felt comfortable in this wonderful region of Greece.Heraklion is the capital of the largest and most southerly Greek islands, on which a highly developed culture has existed for 4000 years. The Venetians built massive fortresses to defend the island against the Turks Knossos was the capital of Crete at the time of King Minos, son of the god, Zeus, and the Phoenician princess, Europa. The Knossos Palace was a magnificent building with seven floors and around 1,400 rooms which served as living quarters, administration, storage and for courtly celebration. Most of the ruins are part of the new palace, ...
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Filmed on location on the Greek Island of Crete, enjoy our travel destination guide to the likes of Hersonissos, Malia and Kavos. A varied and beautiful island, holidays in Crete are unforgettable thanks to great food, fantastic beaches and wonderful company. Find out more about cheap holidays holidays to Crete in 2016 with Purple Travel on our website: http://bit.ly/1j5zmxq