7Crete: The Lush Mediterranean Jewel
Crete, Greece’s largest island, is a diverse landscape that combines rugged mountains, fertile plateaus, and serene coastlines. The Samaria Gorge, Europe’s longest canyon, is a paradise for hikers and nature enthusiasts, while the Lasithi Plateau showcases terraced fields and traditional windmills. The island’s olive groves are renowned for producing some of the world’s finest olive oil. Crete’s natural abundance and rich heritage make it one of the greenest and most culturally diverse Greek islands.