Agios Nikolaos: an International Cosmopolitan Resort
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The lake is the city's most beautiful attraction, with its stunning red rock and tree-lined surroundings drawing visitors in. Legend has it that Athena and Artemis used to bathe in its waters. The lake is connected to the sea by a narrow channel.
Going for a walk around the shops in Agios Nikolaos is always enjoyable. Visitors can find a variety of carefully crafted traditional Cretan art items, replicas of objects from various archaeological museums, and embroidered jewellery, among other things. There are also chic cafés, traditional quaint coffee houses, and small mezze houses for the locals to sip their raki.
There are many options for entertainment in Agios Nikolaos, including numerous bars and nightclubs, an outdoor cinema called Christina covered in ivy, and cultural centres that host authentic Cretan festivities.
With information: Municipality of Agios Nikolaos
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add to travel planThe Nearly Abandoned Village of Havgas: A Forgotten Gem near Elounda
In the municipality of Agios Nikolaos, not far from Elounda, lies the village of Havgas. Its near-deserted streets tell a tale of time forgotten.
Yet, amidst its solitude, traces of a glorious past still linger. The beauty of Havgas may be understated, but the remnants of its heyday are unmistakable.
Havgas is home to only a handful of residents, a mere whisper of its once vibrant community.
Nestled close to the settlement lies the Havgas Gorge of Plaka, Lassithi, a natural wonder waiting to be explored.
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add to travel planLimnes: The Enchanting Labyrinth of Streets
Agios Nikolaos is surrounded by a blend of cosmopolitan small villages and charming traditional hamlets, including the picturesque village of Limnes.
The village is situated on the eastern edge of Skafi, Mirabello, adjacent to the Neapoli – Agios Nikolaos motorway. It stands as one of the oldest traditional villages in the region, boasting narrow labyrinthine streets, interconnected stone-built houses that maintain the authentic elements of folk architecture, and the distinctive characteristics of traditional life.
Limnes, with its fertile plain adorned by windmills, thrives as a highly productive and prosperous village.
South of the village, nestled amidst olive groves, lies the Byzantine church of St John the Theologian. This remarkable church showcases captivating frescoes dating back to the 14th and 15th centuries.
Information: Municipality of Agios Nikolaos
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