10 Top Tourist Attractions in Crete

Last updated on August 18, 2015 in Beaches and Islands, Greece Leave a Comment

Stunning Crete is the largest of the Greek Islands, and also the fifth largest in the Mediterranean. It boasts gorgeous beaches and mountains and is dotted with quaint villages. During the Bronze Age, this beautiful island was the home to the Minoan civilization, which is considered to be the first advanced European civilization, so there are also many historical attractions in Crete. Besides Minoan ruins, visitors can also still see the remains of Ancient Greece, the Venetian era, and the Ottoman period scattered around this island today.

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In the heart of Athens, the National Garden provides a green oasis for sunny afternoon trips. The Royal Garden has a private garden for the Royal Palace, which is now the Parliament Building. The Public Garden was established in 1923. This is a quiet and peaceful place away from the bustling city with a gorgeous green canopy of trees and vibrant plant life. Statues decorate the gardens as well as flowerbeds and small ruins of antiquity. The gardens of Zappeion can also be found here, which surround the ancient congress hall that was built in the 19th century.

10 Best Party Islands around the World

 

Written by touropia on October 26, 2010 in Beaches and Islands, World – 4 Comments

There are countless island destinations in the world and all of them have their own charm and appeal. However, not all of them offer the party atmosphere you may be looking for. So here’s a list of the best party islands in the world. Not only do these party islands offer some beats and spirits but they also have great beaches and world-class scenery.

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10 Best Greek Islands

Written by touropia on December 19, 2012 in Beaches and Islands, Europe – No comments

The beautiful and exotic Greek islands lure droves of tourists every year, making them one of the world’s top travel destinations. However, with hundreds of islands to choose from, planning a trip can be a bit of a dilemma. To help you maximize the best of your travel experience, check out the following list of the best Greek islands.

10 Island Cities around the World

Written by touropia on July 6, 2010 in Beaches and Islands, World – 8 Comments

A couple of weeks ago I wrote about the ultimate Robinson Crusoe feel on several uninhabited islands around the world. The islands listed in this post were also once uninhabited but after being settled became so heavily urbanized that the built-up areas eventually took over the entire island, forming island cities.