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Crete is now famous all over the world as a tourist destination and a place of great beauty but it has been a remarkable corner of the globe for millennia, and therefore, it is a great idea to book a holiday rental in Crete to come and dive into its endless riches. It is, in fact, the very place where Europe’s first civilisation – the Minoans – thrived and rather spectacular traces of this early occupation still stand and can be admired to this day including the incredible archaeological sites and ruins at Knossos and Phaestus, to name only two of many examples. The Archaeological Museum of Heraklion, in the capital, houses an unbelievable wealth of the Minoan’s major artefacts and influential artworks. Regional museums throughout the island also display a host of intriguing artefacts from this period. 

Beautiful Greece with its great weather, rich history and culture, stunning scenery, and amazing food is a perfect spot for a vacation and we think a villa in Crete, in particular, is an excellent idea if you are looking to get away from it all. Why Crete especially, you might ask? Well, there are endless highly compelling reasons but here are just five among them that we feel are probably the most convincing...

Crete abounds in stunning beaches but the painterly hues of one particular example make it feel truly out of this world and the perfect spot to leave daily life and concerns far, far behind. This is the gorgeous Elafonissi Beach, one of the island’s most popular and beloved beaches and a must-see for those who book a villa in Crete and are exploring her numerous beautiful strands.

With pale pink sands lapped by gentle waves of turquoise waters, Elafonissi Beach is a striking thing to behold. Once a secret that only locals favoured, posts about it on social media and being named one of the world's top 25 beaches on TripAdvisor in 2014 have very much let the cat out of the bag. It is now often very crowded during the peak summer tourism months as people from all over the world come to see this stunning gem for themselves. However, come off-season (just before summer or right after when the weather is still very pleasant) or plan a visit early or late in the day and you might avoid the worst of the crowds. Those who aren’t bothered by such things can visit whenever they please. No matter when you visit, though, you are sure to be struck by the incredible natural beauty of this stretch of the coast.

What are the UNESCO World Heritage Sites to visit if you have booked a stay in one of our villas in Crete, you may be asking?

A stunning island of incredible natural beauty with a rich and complex history and cultural heritage that has left an indelible mark on the landscape embodied by ruins, temples, historic towns, architectural gems, works of art, museums, and more, Crete has so much to offer tourists. Many people, in particular, enjoy seeking out the UNESCO World Heritage Sites in a location and Crete’s are rather fascinating. So, here is our guide to the must-see UNESCO attractions in Crete...