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Blue Guide Crete focuses on the long history of the largest Greek island, from Minoan civilization to the present day. It includes detailed coverage of the major resorts and archaeological sites, Venetian and Ottoman architecture, the island’s unique landscape and wildlife, and its important history in the Second World War. Plenty of practical tips ”how to get around, where to stay, and what to eat (Crete has some of the best cuisine in Greece)”are also included. For the first time in full colour with amplified and detailed maps.
“The Blue Guide Crete is a must for any traveller wishing to visit this fascinating Greek island. It provides a comprehensive range of information that would be useful to archaeological and historical enthusiasts, the armchair researcher, and will even provide an excellent complement for the more seasoned academic.” Minerva Magazine.
| Author | Paola Pugsley |
|---|---|
| Edition | 8 |
| Illustration Type (Print) | Full-colour throughout, with maps, photographs,archaeological site plans. |
| ISBN (digital) | 9781909177994 |
| ISBN (print) | 9781905131297 |
| Print Pages | 400 |
| Publication Year | 2010 |
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Please choose if you’d like to buy print directly from us (if available; UK only) or from Amazon, or pick the digital format you need. The content of each format is the same.
Please choose if you’d like to buy print directly from us (if available; UK only) or from Amazon, or pick the digital format you need. The content of each format is the same.
Please choose if you’d like to buy print directly from us (if available; UK only) or from Amazon, or pick the digital format you need. The content of each format is the same.
suej via Amazon –
This is one of three guides I have and is easily the best especially if you are interested in the history of Crete. But even if you’re not, it is a mine of information, as well as useful recommendations for accommodation and eating (we tried a few of the recommended restaurants and weren’t disappointed in any of them). It’s divided into different geographical sections, each beginning with a history of the place, then recommended places to visit, with the emphasis on historical sites and museums but other places of interest as well. There are guided walks and drives, with masses of background information. There is also practical stuff about travel, where to stay, (with price guides) tourist information, where to eat (also with price guides), shopping and markets, festivals and events, walking, and recommended further reading. The detail on places like Knossos is great – I can safely say that it’s all we needed to guide us round the site. Highly recommended.
Ulrich G. Weiss via Amazon –
This guide has everything you need to know about the island. Particularly useful for people interested in Byzantine churches and frescoes, the map and directions to churches are very helpful, as the information given on Crete is not always correct from websites. A word of warning for Panaghia Kera Church near Krista, it was closed on Monday, at least in March, luckily went on a Sunday. Otherwise the hours and information were correct, but the opening times of places in Crete seem to change at will. This is more of a cultural guide than for people looking for restaurant info and hotels, I use the web for that.