Our four days on Crete just scratched the surface of this varied island's history and landscapes. Here are some random shots and impressions.
Mountains meet the sea in Crete, in this case at Plakias on the south coast.
Lovely hill town of Spili.
Venetian fountain, Spili.
Lovely grounds of the Arkadi monastery.
Arkadi.
And the obligatory cat.
The ruins at ancient Polyrinia are fascinating and have a beautiful outlook.
Polyrinia.
This was one of those `What the ...?' moments you have when travelling. Selling local produce in Polyrinia.
An interior Crete lake, with waters receding from lack of rain. Possibly not so good for business.
An enduring impression I have of Crete is the extent of its interior mountain chain.
Typical interior Crete view, olive trees, farmhouse, mountain.
View from the fabulous Minoan ruins at Phaistos.
Palace of Knossos.
Intriguing Preveli monastery.
Chania old town.
Chania.
Thank you for the obligatory cat. Always appreciated!
No problem! And I've added a closer shot of it!
Awww... now I can go to sleep happy!
Thank you john!