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CRETE, GREECE

Greece has a strategic geopolitical position in the south-eastern Mediterranean Sea connecting three continents and many different cultures. Greece is a country of beautiful contradictions, a constant journey in time, from the present to the past and back again. You feel the strength of history and the warmth of the south of Europe and discover the evolutionary course of thought, influence and experience.

The project is situated on the island of Crete near the island’s capital of Heraklion. The landscape complete with sudden mountains, olive trees famous for its healthy olive oil, wine yards with indigenous varieties and crystal clear turquoise sea fading into the depths of an indigo blue, where the waters meet the sky.

Crete is steeped in mythology, including the myth of Theseus and the Minotaur- hence the name Theseus Beach Village.

The climate in Crete is primarily Mediterranean and enjoys 340 sunny days a year. The average temperature in the summer is 25°C-30°C, while winters are mild between 12°C-17°C. The ideal micro climate in the area where the project is located has the benefit of low humidity as a result of the pleasant breeze.

A secure environment linked to low crime rate.

POINTS OF INTEREST

Theseus Beach Village is located 20km from Heraklion in the middle of Crete that gives easy access to many surrounding places in the area. The city of Heraklion gives you a variety of activities including the Archaeological Museum, the Natural History Museum of Crete, the Cultural Conference Center of Heraklion for cultural events and also the open markets.

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You can explore the place by tasting the Cretan Cuisine with incredible flavours and fresh local ingredients all topped with famous Cretan olive oil. In a short distance you can feel the fascinating history of the Minoan civilization at the Knossos Palace. Crete is well known for its wine yards and most vineries organize walking tours and wine tasting at their grounds. Intact gems of beaches with emerald waters, canyons, dramatic gorges, castles and monasteries are all around the project to explore. The Crete 18-hole Golf Club is located 39km away and is one of the most impressive courses of the Mediterranean. The island combines a vibrant nightlife, fascinating culture and outdoor nature activities that make any stay seem far too short.

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DISTANCES - ACCESSIBILITY

The project is located only 23km from the international airport ‘’Nikos Kazantzakis’’, which is one of the most busy airports in Greece with 20 airline  connections to major European cities and 20 daily flights from/to Athens, the capital of Greece. Also, we are located 20km from the port of Heraklion where ferry boats ship daily to Piraeus port. Construction of a new airport has recently started in Heraklion.

  • Heraklion city: 20 km                                                      • International Airport Nikos Kazantzakis: 23 km
  • Agia Pelagia village: 3  km                                              Made village: 0,5 km
  • Lygaria village: 1 km                                                         • Minoan Palace of Knossos: 28 km
  • Cretan Golf Club: 39 km                                                Public Hospital PA.GNI: 15km
  • Private Healthcare: 10km                                              University
CULTURE

The island has a long and fascinating history that reached a turning point during Minoan civilization. This rich past is recapitulated in the museums of Heraklion and sightseers can enjoy the various castles, monasteries, churches, gorges, palm forests, etc across the island. Crete is the birthplace of El Greco, Nikos Kazantzakis and others fathers of culture that still surround us today. People in Crete hold on to their traditions and friendship & hospitality are deep-rooted values that characterize the Cretans, who always extend a warm welcome to every visitor, allowing them to instantly feel at home.

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