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Island of Crete - Introduction to Crete, Greece

Introduction to Crete
 


 
  • Biggest Greek island
  • Fifth biggest island in the Mediterranean
  • About 260 km long, between 12 and 60 km wide
  • Capital of Crete: Iraklion
  • Important airports: Iraklion, Hania
  • Important harbours: Iraklion, Hania, Rethymnon
  • Population of Crete: about 500 000 people
  • Religion: Greek-orthodox
  • Economy in Crete: farming, tourism
  • Highest mountain: Psiloritis (2456m)
  • Plants in Crete: about 210 endemic species and subspecies

 

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