Lassithi Plateau
Crete, Greece
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Is the Lasithi Plateau worth visiting?
A visit to the Lasithi Plateau is like a trip to the countryside. You'll enjoy plenty of peace and quiet and serene nature on the 130 km² karst plateau, and dreamy villages invite you to take a stroll. Plus, the Psychro Cave, the birthplace of Zeus, the father of the gods, lends the entire region a mystical touch.
What is Lasithi Plateau known for?
Nine hundred metres above sea level, the Lasithi Plateau is one of Crete's most remarkable natural treasures – a gentle patchwork of fertile green fields dotted with orchards, almond trees and the remains of ancient windmills, cradled by the rugged mountains of the Dikti range.
What is the most famous archaeological site on Crete?
The Knossos Palace is one of the most prominent archaeological sites in Crete. It was the largest palatial center of the Minoan civilization, covering 20,000 m2. Other notable ancient sites in Crete include the ancient city of Eleftherna, the site of Zominthos, the Phaistos Palace, and the archaeological site of Malia.