Zakros is a city in Crete.

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One of the most picturesque villages of Crete, Zakros is located 18,5 km from Palekastro and 37 from Sitia. It has 1050 inhabitants, farmers, producing mainly olive oil.

Tours and Getting around Zakros

Kato Zakros is a small coastal village, site of the fourth large Minoan Palace, located 7,5km from Zakros at the bay of the same name.

Within a few distance from the village of Zakros, starts the Gorge, which ends at the bay of Kato Zakros, almost near the Palace area. This gorge is of outstanding beauty, with large caves in its walls.

Zakros tourist attractions and sightseeing

In those caves were discovered tombs from the Minoan period, and finds of great archaeological importance. That is the reason why the caves are named "The Caves of Deads" and the gorge "The Gorge of Deads".

Zakros city tours

Zakros souvenirs and shopping

Zakros Restaurants: cheap, moderate and expensive

Nowadays in Kato Zakros live a few people, occuping with farming, and fishing. There are some taverns and bars available for the visitors.

Zakros nightlife, bars, clubs and pubs

Zakros cheap and luxurious hotels, youth hostels and lodging

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