Areas of natural beauty
Rethymno is characterised by a variety
contrasts. Flourishing valleys succeed harsh, mountainous areas,
and imposing, rocky shores follow endless sandy beaches. Each area
has its own, distinct kind of beauty. Apart from the gorges and
caves, which have separately been mentioned above, we have selected
a few areas of particular natural beauty, which we are certain the
visitor will enjoy.
Lagoon of Preveli: At the point where the river
Megalo Potamos empties into the sea and the gorge of Kourtaliotis
ends are the famous Lagoon of Preveli and the beach of Finikas. In
order to get there you follow the road to the monastery of Preveli.
Shortly before the monastery a track on your left-hand-side leads
down to a parking place. From this point on you will have to walk
down to the sandy beach, where a remarkable, almost tropical
landscape with numerous palm-trees makes up for any inconveniences.
The river which flows into the sea, combined with the natural
vegetation represent a magnificent sight that you should not
miss.
Argyroupoli: Following the old national road
from Rethymno in the direction of Chania, after 27 km you arrive at
Argyroupoli. The village has been built on the remains of the
ancient city of Lappas. The large number of springs in the place of
Aghia Dynami as well as the cave with the chapel of the same name
is worth visiting.
