Mar 4, 2024 · Kritsa Crete is a gorgeous mountain village in the Lassithi region of eastern Crete, near the city of Agios Nikolaos. The village is best known for its picturesque historic streets and its stunning mountain setting.

Walk the beautiful trail that connect Kritsa to Katharo, following the ancient trail which some date back to the Minoan times. The trail passes between characteristic trees of the Cretan flora (oaks, Cretan maple, holly oaks) and it sometimes opens in large glades or sometimes passes alongside beautiful rocks and pale gray stone.

Kritsa (Greek: Κριτσά, romanized: Critsá) is one of the oldest and most picturesque villages in Crete, Greece, built amphitheatrically on a rock hill, named Kastellos, surrounded by olive groves, at an altitude of 375 m. It is part of the municipality of Agios Nikolaos.

Our picturesque village offers a journey through time, from ancient Dorian ruins to Byzantine churches adorned with exquisite frescoes. Wander through narrow, cobblestone streets lined with traditional whitewashed houses, and immerse yourself in authentic Cretan life.

Kritsa is a mountain village in east Crete, near Panagia Kera church and the ancient city of Lato. You can go to Kritsa by bus from Agios Nikolaos. There are two small hotels in Kritsa and if you are lucky you will watch a traditional Cretan wedding or other local events in Kritsa

Blending history, cultural heritage, and amazing landscapes, Kritsa is a beautiful traditional village in the Lasithi region, in Crete, only a few minutes from the center of Agios Nikolaos.

Overlooking the Mirabello Bay from a distance, this incredible settlement’s history is closely intertwined with the past of the island and its fights for freedom from the Turkish. Whether visiting for the day or planning to spend a few days, this article …

Kritsa offers visitors a magnificent panoramic view over the surrounding verdant valley, the Bay of Mirabello and the Sitia Mountains. It is actually one of the oldest villages in Crete and was undoubtedly connected with the nearby Doric city of Lato, whose ruins can be …

Dec 27, 2023 · Kritsa is one of the oldest and most picturesque villages in Crete, Greece, built amphitheatrically on a rock hill, named Kastellos, surrounded by olive groves, at an altitude of 375 m. It is part of the municipality of Agios Nikolaos.

Sep 6, 2024 · Kritsa is a small town in Eastern Crete, very close to Agios Nikolaos. What makes Kritsa special is the preservation of traditional life that attracts dozens of visitors.