Municipalities

Municipality of Karpathos

In the midst of the Karpathian Sea, between Crete and Rhodes, a strip of unparalleled authenticity will change the way you think about vacations.Read more

In the midst of the Karpathian Sea, between Crete and Rhodes, a strip of unparalleled authenticity will change the way you think about vacations. Welcome to the dreamlike Karpathos, the mythological homeland of Titans, ancient gods, and legendary heroes! Accessible via ports and an international airport, the second largest island in the Dodecanese offers everything you can imagine. Abundant exotic beaches with turquoise waters, organized or completely virgin, sandy or pebbly, will captivate your dreams! Pine forests and unique mountain landscapes will astonish you, while the twelve villages of Karpathos with their picturesque charm and authentic hospitality, along with excellent tourist services, will give you indelible memories. Mount Olympus, "perched" on the cliffs, with its countless little houses, will transport you to a culture that flourished centuries before technology!

Karpathos is not only an oasis of relaxation but also an endless source of energy. Hiking, water sports, rock climbing, diving, windsurfing, and sea excursions to the beautiful island of Saria attract friends from all over the world! For connoisseurs of good food, pure raw materials, local products, and timeless recipes are the trinity of taste. You will find authentic Karpathos everywhere, from the wild nature to the age-old traditions, the amazing festivals, weddings, and gastronomy.

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Μunicipality of Lassithi plateau

Lassithi Plateau is in the homonymous municipality and is about 70km away from Heraklion.Read more

Lassithi Plateau is in the homonymous municipality and is about 70km away from Heraklion. The Municipality of Lassithi plateau, one of the eight Municipalities of the Regional Unit of Lassithi, occupies most of the western side of the mountain complex of Dikti. The number of inhabitants of the Municipality amounts to about 2.500, while it consists of 11 municipal districts. The primary production sector occupies a dominant position in the Municipality regarding employment. At the same time, the region favors the development of alternative forms of tourism- mainly rural and agri-tourism – while accommodation can support this effort, provided that they operate almost all year round.

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