Sights

Zaros lake is the biggest artificial lake in Heraklion prefecture and has a surrounding environment that is quite developed. The landscape is beautiful, green and ideal for excursions. Furthermore, you can pay a visit to the immersive forest of Rouvas and the fountain of Votomos which are both located within walking distance from Zaros lake. Some of the things you can do are: walking around the lake, sit on a bench and enjoy the scenery, experience the fauna and flora of the area or enjoy…

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Pitsidia village in Heraklion is located in the southwest end of the valley of Messara in Heraklion, Crete. The village with about 700 residents is the capital of the community Pitsidia-Matala. The locals are known for their longevity, which, as they say, is due to the temperate climate of the area. Pitsidia is the oldest village in the region and it is blessed with many gifts. It is characterized by the particular morphology of the territory and the mountains and hills planted with thousands of beautiful flowers,…

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