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Kourtaliotiko Gorge, Plakias

#2 among attractions in Plakias

Nature, Natural attraction, Top attraction, Canyon
Kourtaliotiko Gorge
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Alternative names: Coordinates: 35°12'10"N, 24°28'7"E
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Kourtaliotiko Gorge – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Preveli, Kotsifos Gorge, Kouroupa, Atsipades.

  • preveli3.5 miS
    Monastery

    Preveli

    89 min walk • Preveli Monastery, perched on the rocky cliffs of Crete, Greece, stands as a testament to the island's rich ecclesiastical heritage and tumultuous history. This historic monastery complex, dating back to the 16th century, has played a significant role throughout...

  • kotsifos gorge plakias4 miW
    Nature, Canyon

    Kotsifos Gorge, Plakias

    103 min walk • The Kotsifos Gorge is a gorge on the southern side of the western part of the island of Crete. It is situated west of the mountain of Kouroupa, north of the town of Plakias, and on the road between Sellia and Angouseliana. It is noted for the high number of Cretan endemic plant species that grow there.

  • kouroupa location map
    2.2 miNW
    Natural attraction, Nature, Mountain

    Kouroupa

    57 min walk • Kouroupa is a mountain in western Crete. Its summit is 984 metres above sea level. To the east of the mountain lies Kourtaliotiko Gorge.

  • atsipades1.7 miNW
    Village

    Atsipades

    44 min walk • Atsipades is an archaeological site of a Minoan peak sanctuary in western Crete. It is an open-air peak sanctuary which means that it is found in the high mountain and is open to the elements. It was discovered by K. Nowicki in 1985.

Where to next? Visit crete Crete region page or discover the top tourist attractions in Greece.

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