Apr 10, 2011

CRETE, CHANIA, FALASARNA

CRETE, CHANIA, FALASARNA


Falasarna Chania, Crete


Falassarna located on the west coast of Crete. 
Falassarna a small village which has one of the most famous beaches in the prefecture of Chania, Crete, bringing large numbers of tourists each summer. Falassarna are now one of the most famous destinations in Crete, for their beaches, and for reasons of ecological interest. Falassarna have joined the project Natura 2000, because of the variety of flora and fauna in the region, but also because of the special natural beauty. 
Falassarna located on the west coast of Crete. 



CRETE, CHANIA, FALASARNA

CRETE, CHANIA, FALASARNA

CRETE, CHANIA, FALASARNA

Falassarna a small village which has one of the most famous beaches in the prefecture of Chania, Crete, bringing large numbers of tourists each summer. 
Falassarna are now one of the most famous destinations in Crete, for their beaches, and for reasons of ecological interest. Falassarna have joined the project Natura 2000, because of the variety of flora and fauna in the region, but also because of great natural beauty. 
Facing Falasarna the hill beyond the village Platanos will see many greenhouses, since the area is ideal for growing vegetables. 
Ahead of you lie two great beaches, separated by a few substantial dunes in the southern (Pachyammos) is greater in length and wider. 
Further south you'll find another 2 beaches: beach sand, but rocks on the bottom, and pebble beach near the small port. 

The beach in Falassarna 
The beach Falassarna has been awarded as the most beautiful beach of Crete and is always included in the top-10 best beaches in Europe, with fine white sand and warm crystal clear waters. 
It's so great Sandy Beach Thick, hard to feel to "drowning" of the world even in the heart of summer, when hundreds of others around you. 
The only downside of it is exposed to northerly and westerly winds, so often you will find big waves. But that's what makes it popular for those who like windsurfing. 
Falassarna beach is fully organized with umbrellas and sunbeds the greater part of it.However, there are several places free for those who prefer to put their own umbrella and towel in the sand. 
There are two bars and cafes to Fri Alia, to get a snack, water or coffee and evening hours are often organized beach party on the beach, so do not rush to leave because the mood rises sharply as time passes, especially after the admittedly spectacular sunset Falassarna, the most dramatically in Crete. 
The beach offers water sports, and there is land for beach volley. 

How to get Falassarna 
From Chania Falassarna. Falassarna 59 km away from Chania, you can reach the area from the highway from Chania to Kissamos (Kastelli). After crossing Kissamos will continue to Platanos and from there follow the signs to Falassarna lead. 
Arriving at the hill above Falasarna, you will see the 3 km of stunning beaches to stretch your legs.The road from the hill to the beach is about 3km long and is full of turns and quite narrow, so you need a little attention, especially if you drive at night or in the midst of tourist season traffic. 
From Chania Falassarna bus. Falassarna is extremely popular so it is connected daily to the beach in Chania and Kastelli by bus, so even if you own a car, you will not struggle to reach the area. 
From Rethymnon to Heraklion Falasa RNA.Rethymnon is located 120 kilometers from Falasarna and Heraklion is 195 km. 

Falassarna are ideal for ... 
Falassarna is ideal for those who want to spend their holidays in a quiet place with beautiful beaches and numerous possibilities for excursions. 
Falassarna is also ideal for couples and romantic love, because here you will enjoy the beautiful sunset in western Crete. 
Nightlife Falassarna limited to beach bar, which often organize beach party. 
If one night you want something more, you can drive 40 km to Platanias, where choices of bars and clubs are endless.

1 comment:

  1. Anonymous11/4/11 16:22

    Unbelievable beach! Just great...

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