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Historical Landmarks May 2026
Lissos: A Hike To Ancient Ruins
18km south of Kandania Paradise is the ancient city of Lissos. Walk past preserved temple mosaics and a Roman odeon before reaching the pebble beach.
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Discover the beauty of Western Crete through a selection of articles on itineraries, beaches, villages, and authentic experiences in the Chania region of Crete.
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Towns & Villages May 2026
Kandanos: A Peek Into Inland Crete And Its Ηistory
Just 11 minutes from Kandania Paradise, Kandanos offers a close look at inland Crete. Discover a living village with a deep history.
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Caves Jun 2026
Cave of Agia Sofia: The Chapel Above Topolia Gorge
Located 24.4km from Kandania Paradise, the Cave of Agia Sofia is a natural cavern with impressive stalactites, and a hidden chapel that offers breathtaking views over the Topolia Gorge.
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Gorges Jun 2026
Samaria Gorge: Trekking Crete's Longest Trail
Located 41.4km from Kandania Paradise, Xyloskalo marks the beginning of Crete’s most famous hike. The trail winds through beautiful pine forests, passes the old village of Samaria, and navigates the narrow Iron Gates before ending at Agia Roumeli.
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Beaches Jun 2026
Gialiskari Beach: The Pebbled Peninsula Of The Libyan Sea
Located 25.8km from Kandania Paradise, Gialiskari Beach is a pebbled peninsula with twin back-to-back coves, offering calm, deep-water swimming even on windy days.
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Gorges Jun 2026
Anydri Gorge: The Trail To Gialiskari Beach
20km from Kandania Paradise is the Anydri Gorge, a 3km hike in southwest Crete starting from Anydri village that leads straight to the pebbles of Gialiskari Beach
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