The
City of Ierapetra - south east Crete
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accommodations in Irapetra
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i Irapetra
Suprising Ierapetra...
Take a leisurely walk in the vivid center of the town along the
coast, or into the quiet picturesque narrow streets of Kato Mera,
the old town of Ierapetra.
Pick a handmade gift from any colourfull market stall and enjoy
the exciting sounds of the busy Cretan life...
No doubt, Ierapetra "the bridge of the Libyan sea" is the
sunniest holiday resort in Europe...
The character and charm of the old warm neighbourhood has been
retained, whilst it has been given new life as a shopping and
eating experience for the visitor. A tempting variety of shops,
open-air cafes, bars, restaurants and traditional taverns, makes
Ierapetra the ideal place to relax, enjoying shopping, eating,
drinking or simply wondering around! Ierapetra has the distinction of
being the southernmost town facing the African coast, Ierapetra
enjoys the smoothest, almost rainless weather in Europe, with a
temperature that rarely drops below 12o C all year long !
Ierapetra is built on the longest beach in Crete, offering an
endless choice of golden beaches with deep crystal blue waters,
far away from industrial areas and ships passing by. All major
beaches of Ierapetra from Mirtos to Makrisgialos are awarded
with the European Committee's BLUE FLAGS each single year !
This area is suitable for
holidays all year with its mild and dry climate. It is
said that you can swim in the sea all year around and there are
lots of possibilities for tours, mountain walks and higher in
the mountains Crete's largest forest. |
