Sitia: A journey to the Origins of European civilization.
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The Greeks say that love begins in the stomach, and in the case of Sitia, everyone surely falls head over heels in love with its cuisine.
The sun is always shining in Sitia, making it the perfect year-round vacation destination.
The Municipality of Sitia boasts numerous beaches with crystal clear waters and stunning beauty.
A visit to Sitia is like a pilgrimage to the birthplace of European civilization. The Minoan civilization, as we know, was the first advanced civilization in Europe.
The land of Sitia holds within its depths an abundance of archaeological treasures, each one attesting to the rich cultural heritage of the region.
Information: Municipality of Sitia
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add to travel planZiros: Uncovering a Rich History
Ziros is a village in the municipality of Sitia, located in eastern Crete and situated 31 kilometres away from Sitia.
It is situated at an altitude of 590 metres on the southern foothills of the Egremnos Hill, at the north-western edge of the Plateau of Armenochandrades or Ziros Plateau.
The fertile plateau is home to the cultivation of olives and vines. In the past, a small lake existed in the location of today's central square. While Ziros holds a rich archaeological reserve, no systematic excavation has been conducted.
Remnants of both Minoan and Roman settlements have been discovered in the area. The central square hosts cultural events, including music concerts, traditional dance festivities, festivals, speeches, and celebrations.
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add to travel planKokkina, Sitia: Embracing the Chlouverakis Grove and Cultural Festivals
Kokkina is a suburb of Sitia, 3 kilometres away from the city.
The Chlouverakis Grove, named after Michalis Chlouverakis, a doctor and MP of Lassithi, is located here.
During the summer months, the grove hosts concerts, celebrations, festivals, cultural events, the Sultanina Festival, and the Mediterranean Festival.
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add to travel planPefki in Sitia: Exploring the Charming Highland Village
Located 7 kilometres away from Makris Gialos, the village of Pefki in Sitia presents a traditional, highland charm.
Sitting at an elevation of 400 metres, it rests above the Anegyrous Gorge and lies 3 kilometres to the east of Agios Stefanos.
In addition to its central hub, the Pefki District encompasses the hamlets of Analipsi, Aspros Potamos, and Pilalimata.
Nestled in an amphitheatrical arrangement on the mountainside at 420 metres above sea level, the village provides sweeping panoramic views of the lush surrounding landscape.
Information: Wikipedia.
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