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Limnoupolis Water Park

Wednesday, June 4th, 2008

In my opinion, visiting a water amusement park and spending your whole day there is one of the best things you can do during your holidays. There are two major water parks in Greece and one of them is situated in Crete.

Just about 9km away from Chania, you will find the amazing Limnoupolis, the biggest water park in the country and one of the best of Europe. Modern facilities that offer all you ever imagined doing on water.

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There are easy and relaxing routes while others may be fast and excite you, making your adrenaline rise more and more. Water slides for young and adults that promise a day different, which you will always remember.

Crete may have beaches worth seeing and crystal-clear seawater, but the experience of these water slides and all those beautiful swimming pools is not something you should miss. Fun guaranteed!

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Easter in Crete (part 2)

Friday, May 2nd, 2008

Additionally, there are so many customs relative to the Easter period and the way it is celebrated in Greece and Crete. On Easter day, the most famous custom is the skewering of the lamp, which tastes delicious. Especially Cretans, famous for their passion for meat, are considered to be masters in the preparation of the lamp.

Another custom is the the decoration of the house with red-painted eggs; eggs symbolize the new life, also symbolized by the resurrection of Jesus Christ. The red paint symbolizes the holy blood of Jesus, who was sacrificed to save the people. Red easter eggs along with a cake-like sweet called “tsoureki”, are what most housewives in Greece and Crete prepare for the day of Easter.

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Cretans are generally peaceful and calm, but everybody knows how much they like to celebrate. On the day of Easter, in the villages of Crete mostly, people take out their shotguns and fire multiple rounds in the air, showing the end of the mourn and the victory of Life upon death according to the Christian beliefs.

Greek Paska (Easter)

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Easter in Crete (part 1)

Wednesday, April 30th, 2008

Crete is beautiful not only during the summer, but during spring as well. Many choose to visit the island on the last days of springtime, for the peace that is hard to find during the summer on Crete.

Greeks are Christians and Easter for them is as important as Christmas. There is a 40-days fast before the day of Easter, which ends with the skewering of the lamp, a day that everybody awaits because it symbolizes the Resurrection of Jesus Christ, the victory of Life upon death according to the Christian religion.

Cretans are very religious people, and Crete is just magic during the period of Easter, or “Pascha”, in their language. There are many customs for this particular period, which

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are just a glimpse of the Greek and Cretan culture. The last week before Easter day is mournful because it symbolizes the crucifixion of Christ.

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The last Friday before Easter Day, every Church in Greece takes a symbolic corpse, symbolizing the body of Christ, carried by four men and taken on the streets, and then back at the Church. This Friday, because of what it stands for, is considered as the most sacred day during the Holy Week. To be continued…

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Suggestions

Saturday, March 22nd, 2008

Here is a small article about Crete. Crete is the biggest island of Greece and you will need some guidance, if you are planning to get the most out of your holidays. There a tips and information that can also be given by the locals, the citizens of Crete who are gentle and really kind.

The west side of the island, the area of Hania (Chania) is preferred when looking for an intense night life, parties on the beach and a groovy mood all over the place. It the part of the island that has the most life of all, and is something that makes Greece famous.

The east side, on the other hand, is much more quiet and peaceful and is for those who want a break from the madness of the every day life. Here you will definitely find the peace you need…

Central Crete provides both peace and the intense night life though.

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There you can also find the famous archaeological sites of Crete, such as Knossos and Festos.

Crete is a large island, as mentioned above, and you can see whatever you desire there. It is the ideal destination for all kinds of tourists and travellers. To make your vacations better, contact the Elite rent-a-car agency and its staff will provide you with anything to make your stay something to remember. For more information, visit Car Hire Crete and feel free to ask anything.

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Why Crete?

Tuesday, March 18th, 2008

Greece is known, amongst others, for its great number of islands. Many of them worth visiting and are considered as top destinations, such as Mykonos, Rhodes, Corfu and Paros (both in the Ionian Sea and the Aegean Sea). First of all, Crete is the biggest island

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of Greece. This means that it has the most beaches of any other island. There are so many things to do while in Crete, as it combines sea and beaches with mountains and trails you will surely find amazing.

Another thing that is great about Crete is the way its citizens behave. Cretans are simple and peaceful, yet friendly and warm people with a great sense of hospitality. They always invite guests to have some rounds of their favorite drinks such as “tsikoudia” and “raki”. Do not deny to have a couple of drinks with them, it is considered an insult!

Crete is one of the most beautiful places of the Mediterranean. You should definitely spend some time there to see how the life is on this island and taste the local cuisine specialties. Witness a simple, yet exciting way of life and you will be looking forward to visiting Crete on your next chance!! Just a few days will convince you that is it more than worth the visit.

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