Guidebook for the area 💗
Sightseeing
Richtis Gorge
Toplou Monastery
Zakros Gorge
Αξιοθέατα
Archaeological Museum of Sitia
CHRISSI ISLAND
10 Str. SamouilKazarma Fortress
Beach 🏖
Vai Beach
Eparchiaki Odos Monis Toplous - VaiAghia Fotia Beach
Erimoupolis Beach
Voulisma Beach
Paralía Achlión
Παραλία Αγίας Γαλήνης
In the southeast part of the island, 103km away from Agios Nikolaos, 47km from Siteia and 69km east of Ierapetra, you will find Xerokambos and Mazida Ammo, the longest beach of the area. The landscape is simply breathtaking and can hardly be described with words…The wild, rocky mountains contrast with the peaceful sea waters.
Mazida Ammos is one of the most beautiful beaches of the island, with green blue waters and white sand. Apart from the natural shade created by a few trees along the beach, there aren’t any specifically organised shady spots. Children can play carefree at the sea shore since the waters are shallow and the sea is usually calm.
You could lie on the sand and admire the endless Libyan sea and Kavalous, two small islands right opposite the beach. Interestingly, Jacques Yves Cousteau with his famous boat ‘Calypso’ anchored there for a whole summer. Do you believe this was coincidence? We really don’t think so!
Families should know
The beach is not organised, thus we would suggest you to get all necessary equipment before you visit e.g. umbrellas, water and food. Do not forget your hats
All beaches at Xerokambos have shallow crystal clear waters. There are however many strong sea currents so it would be wise to swim close to the sea shore
The drive to Xerokambos has many abrupt turns which can get tiring especially when you travel with young children
The surrounding area is not really set up for tourists. There are some rooms to rent, only a couple of taverns and a mini market. The nearest pharmacy and gas station is based in Zakros (around 15 min drive). The nearest ATM is at Ziros, approximately 30 min by car
Mazida Ammos beach
In the southeast part of the island, 103km away from Agios Nikolaos, 47km from Siteia and 69km east of Ierapetra, you will find Xerokambos and Mazida Ammo, the longest beach of the area. The landscape is simply breathtaking and can hardly be described with words…The wild, rocky mountains contrast with the peaceful sea waters.
Mazida Ammos is one of the most beautiful beaches of the island, with green blue waters and white sand. Apart from the natural shade created by a few trees along the beach, there aren’t any specifically organised shady spots. Children can play carefree at the sea shore since the waters are shallow and the sea is usually calm.
You could lie on the sand and admire the endless Libyan sea and Kavalous, two small islands right opposite the beach. Interestingly, Jacques Yves Cousteau with his famous boat ‘Calypso’ anchored there for a whole summer. Do you believe this was coincidence? We really don’t think so!
Families should know
The beach is not organised, thus we would suggest you to get all necessary equipment before you visit e.g. umbrellas, water and food. Do not forget your hats
All beaches at Xerokambos have shallow crystal clear waters. There are however many strong sea currents so it would be wise to swim close to the sea shore
The drive to Xerokambos has many abrupt turns which can get tiring especially when you travel with young children
The surrounding area is not really set up for tourists. There are some rooms to rent, only a couple of taverns and a mini market. The nearest pharmacy and gas station is based in Zakros (around 15 min drive). The nearest ATM is at Ziros, approximately 30 min by car
Stáousa
Γειτονιές
Traditional Cretan village which really worths a visit! Discover the calm and pure way of life of local! Walk at the village and feel the authenticity, enjoy the mountain and the sea view and taste the local food at the “kafeneia” in the center of the village! Feel the real Cretan filoxeneia 🙂
Tourloti
Traditional Cretan village which really worths a visit! Discover the calm and pure way of life of local! Walk at the village and feel the authenticity, enjoy the mountain and the sea view and taste the local food at the “kafeneia” in the center of the village! Feel the real Cretan filoxeneia 🙂
Mochlos is a small picturesque fishing village located In the gulf of Mirabello in Eastern Crete, easily within reach of Agios Nikolaos, Ierapetra and Sitia (all an easy one hour drive), the possibilities for exploration and sightseeing are numerous.At the end of a narrow road winding past massive open-cast quarries, tranquil Mohlos Village is an off-the-radar gem along Crete’s northern shore. In this pint-sized small and charm fishing, village time moves as gently as the waves lapping the pebble. A great place to relax, soak up the peacefulness of the place and enjoy a leisurely meal in one of the excellent waterfront cafes and tavernas.
Archeology
Mochlos was first excavated by Richard Seager in 1908 at the western end of the island, where a prepalatial cemetery was found. At that time, tombs, pithos burials, and pit graves were uncovered, as well as two large tombs at the western tip of the island. In the 1970s, Jeffrey Soles documented the tombs and cemetery uncovered by Seager. The cemetery was in use from Early Minoan II to Middle Minoan IA.
The main Minoan settlement is at the south end of the island. The earliest buildings are from Early Minoan IB and the ruins visible today on Mochlos date from the Late Minoan IB. Northwest of the modern town of Mochlos, a three-story building was found from the Late Minoan I period. The building included two-pillar crypts, a staircase, and a kitchen. This building is the largest of the Late Minoan I town.
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Mochlos
Mochlos is a small picturesque fishing village located In the gulf of Mirabello in Eastern Crete, easily within reach of Agios Nikolaos, Ierapetra and Sitia (all an easy one hour drive), the possibilities for exploration and sightseeing are numerous.At the end of a narrow road winding past massive open-cast quarries, tranquil Mohlos Village is an off-the-radar gem along Crete’s northern shore. In this pint-sized small and charm fishing, village time moves as gently as the waves lapping the pebble. A great place to relax, soak up the peacefulness of the place and enjoy a leisurely meal in one of the excellent waterfront cafes and tavernas.
Archeology
Mochlos was first excavated by Richard Seager in 1908 at the western end of the island, where a prepalatial cemetery was found. At that time, tombs, pithos burials, and pit graves were uncovered, as well as two large tombs at the western tip of the island. In the 1970s, Jeffrey Soles documented the tombs and cemetery uncovered by Seager. The cemetery was in use from Early Minoan II to Middle Minoan IA.
The main Minoan settlement is at the south end of the island. The earliest buildings are from Early Minoan IB and the ruins visible today on Mochlos date from the Late Minoan IB. Northwest of the modern town of Mochlos, a three-story building was found from the Late Minoan I period. The building included two-pillar crypts, a staircase, and a kitchen. This building is the largest of the Late Minoan I town.
Φαγητό
Kathodon
Taverna SOFIA
Tá Kochília
Consejos para la ciudad
No te lo pierdas
Traditional festivals around the area
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Cómo moverse
How to get my area
The best way is to rent a car because it gives you flexibility and you can use it anytime during your holidays to explore the area and discover places. Taxi is more expensive but is also a solution. You can also arrive by bus at scheduled time but is takes a lot of time and the bus doesn’t come till Mochlos village!