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Katalyki
The northern section of the Messara bay is occupied by the Katalyki or Kataliki sandy beach, which is probably one of the most pleasant beaches of the area, with its several fish tavernas, greek bars and sunbeds.
It is an authentic, Greek place, where you can spend hours, just swimming and drinking cold coffees. The beach is located just 300m south of Kokkinos Pirgos village and Beach, and only 10 kms from historical sites of Festos and Gortys, close to Agia Triada Minoan ruins and 70km from Heraklion City
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The town of Timbaki, seat of the municipality, is located in the west edge of the valley of Messara, 65,3km away from Iraklion. The name of the town is derived from the word "timvos" that means tomb. Timbaki is a busy and rich town where early garden produces, citrus fruit and olives are cultivated.
The excellent weather of the area has favoured the cultivation of horticultural plants. The town provides a full range of modern facilities; banks, post office, doctors office, stores, schools, hotels, restaurants etc. to cover the needs both of the locals as well as of the hundreds of the visitors.
The church of Agios Titos, an imposing wonderful church, is built next to the older temple of Agios Titos. Every year, on the 25th of August, a great feast is organized to honor the saint.
Timbaki municipality covers all the county of Pirgiotissa. It is surrounded by the municipalities: to the north, Lambis (Rethymnon prefecture); to the east, Zaros; Mires to the south east and to the west has the Messara Bay.
This municipality includes 11 of the former communities: Timbaki, Vori, Grigoria, Kamares, Kamilari, Klima, Lagolio, Magarikari, Pitsidia, Sivas and Faneromeni.
The municipality covers a surface of about 15.700 ha., 10.000 of them being cultivated; it has over 11.000 inhabitants. The main sources of production is agriculture (olive trees, vineyards and horticultural plants) and of course tourism.
Visit to the area is a must for those who want to get to know Crete. Gorgeous beaches, archaic atmosphere, magnificent countryside, wonderful people... You will enjoy sunny days, romantic evenings and an interesting nighlife. You will have the chance to visit some of the most impressing Archaeological sites of Crete
The excellent weather of the area has favoured the cultivation of horticultural plants. The town provides a full range of modern facilities; banks, post office, doctors office, stores, schools, hotels, restaurants etc. to cover the needs both of the locals as well as of the hundreds of the visitors.
The church of Agios Titos, an imposing wonderful church, is built next to the older temple of Agios Titos. Every year, on the 25th of August, a great feast is organized to honor the saint.
Timbaki municipality covers all the county of Pirgiotissa. It is surrounded by the municipalities: to the north, Lambis (Rethymnon prefecture); to the east, Zaros; Mires to the south east and to the west has the Messara Bay.
This municipality includes 11 of the former communities: Timbaki, Vori, Grigoria, Kamares, Kamilari, Klima, Lagolio, Magarikari, Pitsidia, Sivas and Faneromeni.
The municipality covers a surface of about 15.700 ha., 10.000 of them being cultivated; it has over 11.000 inhabitants. The main sources of production is agriculture (olive trees, vineyards and horticultural plants) and of course tourism.
Visit to the area is a must for those who want to get to know Crete. Gorgeous beaches, archaic atmosphere, magnificent countryside, wonderful people... You will enjoy sunny days, romantic evenings and an interesting nighlife. You will have the chance to visit some of the most impressing Archaeological sites of Crete
In the municipality of Timbaki belongs the community of Kokkinos Pirgos (meaning red tower) , that took its name by a castle that was there during the Middle Ages built from red clay earth
In the municipality of Timbaki belongs the community of Kokkinos Pirgos (meaning red tower) , that took its name by a castle that was there during the Middle Ages built from red clay earth. Kokkinos Pirgos is a small coastal community, 2km away from Timbaki and between Kalamaki village and Agia Galini, with a fantastic beach, one of the most beautiful beaches in South Crete, and a clear transparent sea.
It seems a forgotten small resort. In recent times several expensive homes have been built and it seems that this will become a desireable area, but plot prices are still reasonable. The small harbour has been developed and ideal for anyone wanted to keep a boat and the beach area is never crowded. There are several shops for fishermans supplies and some rather good tavernas. The bus trundles through here on its way between Heraklion and Agia Galini.
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