Messara
 | Messara is the largest plain in Crete, a fertile piece of land that is 45klm long and 10klm wide, located in the central south part of the island in Heraklion prefecture.
The plain is surrounded by impressive mountains such as Psiloritis, Asteroussia and the Lassithi mountains. |
It is the most important agricultural region of Crete. Two thirds of the total area are cultivated
mainly with olive trees and grape vines but also vegetable, fruit and cereal growing is important. Here lies Phaestos the second in size Minoan palace in Crete, Gortys the Greek-Roman
settlement and also Ag. Triada the royal villa near Phaestos.
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Agios Nikolaos
Agios Nikolaos is the capital of the Lassithi prefecture, built around a picturesque lake along the western side of MirabelloMalia
Malia is rthe ideal resort for family holidays and the perfect place for those who are looking for nightlife.
Vai
An African oasis in Crete! Tha beach of Vai lies on a small bay at the easternmost tip of crete.