5 bedrooms Villa in Lasithi, Greece No. 24048

Area Description

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Elounda

Elounda is located 10km north of Agios Nikolaos, near the northwest side of the bay of Mirabello. The area is a renowned tourist resort with luxurious hotels for the most expensive tastes. Each year Elounda hosts celebrities of the international economic, political, athletic and artistic elite. Elounda can offer to its visitors some of the most beautiful landscapes in Crete. The small town of Elounda is built on the edge of the idyllic lagoon of Korfos Bay, which is formed between the Spinalonga Peninsula and Crete.

Agios Nikolaos

Agios Nikolaos is a coastal town on the Greek island of Crete, lying 60 km east of Heraklion. The town is a municipality of Crete region, and sits partially upon the ruins of the ancient city of Kamara. Agios Nikolaos is probably best known as a tourist resort and the visitor can find all the modern amenities that he might need. In the area there are many attractions, which include the small lagoon, Lake Voulismeni, picturesque beaches, the small island Agioi Pantes, the archaeological museum and numerous fairs. The lagoon features a small park with a trail, traditional fishing boats, an amphitheatre and many cafes. The modern city of Agios Nikolaos became internationally well-known during the 60's, when it was 'discovered' by famous cinema directors (Jules Dassin, Walt Disney etc.), BBC producers and many others. It was then that the rapid tourist development of the area started.