There are several places you should definitely visit while spending your time in Chania area.

Here are our Top Picks : 

Kournas Lake 

Springs of Argyroupolis

Elafonissi

Balos lagoon

Falassarna

Agia Triada Monastery

Chrisoskalitissa Monastery

Exceptional is the performance of Greece and Crete in particular, in the "Blue Flag".

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Moussaka is a layered oven casserole dish made with vegetables and meat. The most well-known version of moussakas is made with layers of eggplant slices, cheese, and a meat sauce, topped with a thick béchamel sauce; however, other favorites call for potatoes, zucchini, or a combination of vegetables. More recently, a meatless (vegetarian) version has also become widely available.

Until the early 1900s, moussaka was a more simple dish, using just vegetables and meats. The addition of béchamel sauce is attributed to Nikos... Διαβάστε περισσότερα

Gamopilafo, with its name deriving from the combination of the words ‘gamos’ and ‘pilafi’ -translating to ‘wedding’ and ‘rice’ in Greek- is a traditional Greek wedding dish served in most regions of Crete as the celebratory main course.

It is essentially a lamb broth risotto, usually served with pieces of slow-cooked lamb, and for many, the ultimate Greek comfort food. The history behind gamopilafo is unclear. According to urban myth, it is most likely the remnant of the Venetian occupancy of the island.

Yet, the... Διαβάστε περισσότερα

People call it a dip, salad, paste, sauce; they say the name is Turkish, Persian… plenty wrote about it philosophizing, searching for its origin, from India to N. Africa and the Balkans!

The whole world has talked about it; food writers have voiced their opinions, and even had arguments over it… all for a simple “dip”. You can find more than 80 different recipes on the net. Does anyone really care?

Tzatziki is Greek, no other country can claim the most famous Greek food in the world (it’s a few centuries older than Greek Mousaka)!!!

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Saganaki is a truly tasty and easy-to-make little appetizer. This dish speaks of the simplicity of Greek cuisine.

To make this Greek favorite, simply buy a firm cheese, lemons, flour, and olive oil. We suggest Graviera sheep's cheese, but you can choose a similar product remembering that it needs to hold its shape without melting too fast. Simply dip medium-to-thick wedges of cheese in cold water and then flour, pan-fry them in olive oil until golden brown, and serve immediately with a good squeeze of lemon on top. Ready in 25... Διαβάστε περισσότερα

Planning a family beach vacation? We’ve got you covered.

A family holiday isn’t complete without a trip to the beach, but not all beaches are created equal if you’ve got tots in tow. There’s so much to think about: Is the water safe? Is there a flat surface to push that pesky stroller along? Are there facilities to keep the little ones entertained?

Here, we’re highlight six 2019 Travelers’ Choice Beaches that reviewers praise for their family-friendly qualities.

Elafonisi Beach, Crete, Greece

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The monastery of Panagia Chrisoskalitissa is located 72km south of Chania, very close to the magnificent lagoon of Elafonissi. It operates as a nunnery and reminds of a fortress, perched on a 35m high rock with boundless sea views.

The name of the monastery means Our Lady Gold-stepped in Greek. This is taken after one step out of 98, which, according to tradition, was gold. It is said that only those who really believe in god can still see it. However, another version says that the golden stair was sold by the Patriarchate to solve the... Διαβάστε περισσότερα

Agioi Apostoli is located 4 km west of Chania, 14 km away from the airport and 9 km away from the port of Souda. This is one of the most popular areas of Chania consisting of three outstanding bays with wonderful sandy beaches that have been awarded the Blue Flag. This area is considered as rare natural beauty and is ideal for swimming and beach games. The beaches of Agii Apostoli include the essential facilities for water sports, beach volley and racket games as well as infrastructure for disabled persons. The visitor can find there many... Διαβάστε περισσότερα

Our insider guide to the best beaches on Crete, the largest of the Greek Islands: where to head for swimming, sunsets and sun-bathing

Source : https://www.cntraveller.com/gallery/best-beaches-in-crete