Situated only at a distance of 10km from Aghios Nikolaos, and you are given the chance to admire the spectacular view of Mirambello Gulf . Built on the southern coast of the Gulf of Elounda, 1km east of the ancient settlement of Elounda, from which it has taken its name.
The four villages of Elounda are spread out along the lower slopes of the approach to the Massif.Pano and Kato Elounda, Mavrikiano and the new settlement of Skisma , the port of Elounda , bask in the glorious sea as it opens up before them offering its beauty and charm. The area’ s diversity is offering a wide range of perspectives to the visitor who has a number of choices to choose from, which makes this destination popular for many reasons.
Elounda resorts
Elounda tourism
Located to the north of Aghios Nikolaos, having an indented coastline, shaded beaches, crystal clear seas, and a tranquil and pure environment , Elouda resort is inviting you to unravel to you its true beauty.
Artefacts found in Olous can be seen at the Aghios Nikolaos Municipal Museum. Texts found at the site described a pact between the city of Olous and the Minoan capital of Knossos and also the island of Rhodes.
During the Venetian period, the island of Kalydonia (Spinalonga) was transformed into aseemingly impenetrable fortress. The tiny island was the basis of the Venetian defence of Lassithi and became a Venetian hold-out during the Turks occupation of Crete. Later,the island became a home to Christians during the Turk period on the island of Crete.