| |
Lassithi Information: Information about the island of Lassithi
| |
 |
The county of Lassithi is the most eastern county of Crete, and covers an area of over 1,800 square km. The landscape is a perfect combination of sea and mountain, as well as the stunning Lassithi plains, a truly magical and unique area located amongst the mountains. There are some very popular holiday and vacation destinations found in the county of Lassithi including the capital town of Agios Nikolaos, the party resort of Malia, the popular Elounda resort, as well as the town of Sitia, and the famous palm tree beach of Vai. The capital of Lassithi is the picturesque town of Agios Nikolaos, which has held the role of capital town since 1904. Agios Nikolaos is a very cosmopolitan town, yet completely retains its unique charm and appearance. |
|
LASSITHI INFO
|
| All visitors to the county of Lassithi should try and stop by the town of Agios Nikolaos. There are some very interesting places here to visit, as well as a nice selection of tavernas and restaurants where you can enjoy a tasty meal. To the north of Agios Nikolaos is the beautiful coastal resort of Elounda. If you ever hope to bump into a star of Hollywood or a world famous musician, the resort of Elounda is the most likely place for that to happen. The resort if one of great charm and beauty, and there are some wonderful beaches all along the coast. With some spectacular hotels and private houses and villas, Elounda has a touch of elegance about it.
|  |
|
|
|
|
|
