Crete is a large island of amazing variety that brings throngs of new residents every year. It combines snow-capped mountains, rolling hills with gorgeous green olive trees and over 1000 km of changing coastline to make a superb place to settle down. Crete has vastly more endemic plants than any other island in all of Europe. It is a wonderful mix of small fishing villages, remote settlements and cities such as Chania and Heraklion that have been populated for almost 8000 years. Whether you come here to live for the sea and the sun, the culture and traditions or the peaceful seaside villages, Crete and its dramatic landscapes are sure to win your heart. This is truly a home for anyone to enjoy.
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