Agia Pelagia Trip Overview
Lasithi Plateau is one of the few areas in the Mediterranean with permanent inhabitants at an altitude over 800 meters. It is surrounded by the Dikti Mountains and 18 quaint villages, which still retain the atmosphere of another era. You can admire the remaining famous windmills and the venetian ditches, the drainage system of the Plateau.
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Duration: 8 hours
Starts: Agia Pelagia, Greece
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Cultural Tours
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Lasithi Plateau is one of the few areas in the Mediterranean with permanent inhabitants at an altitude over 800 meters. It is surrounded by the Dikti Mountains and 18 quaint villages, which still retain the atmosphere of another era. You can admire the remaining famous windmills and the venetian ditches, the drainage system of the Plateau.
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Stop At: Lassithi Plateau, Crete 72052 Greece
Lasithi Plateau is one of the few areas in the Mediterranean with permanent inhabitants at an altitude over 800m.It is surrounded by the Dikti Mountains and 18 quaint villages,which still retain the atmosphere of another era.You can admire the remaining famous windmills and the venetian ditches, the drainage system of the Plateau.Here you can visit the Dictean Cave with the fantastic stalactites and stalagmites, where according to the myth the father of the Greek ancient Gods,Zeus,was born.The next stop will be the famous village of Psychro, well known for its handmade ceramics and the workshop that will leave you with the best impressions after your visit.Tzermiado,the capital of the villages on the plateau, will amaze you with its natural beauty,it’s traditional architecture and its breathtaking views.Here you can take pictures of the wonderful landscape, rest for a while and enjoy your lunch in one of the local taverns.Last stop is at the historical monastery of Kera Kardiotissa.
Duration: 8 hours
