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From this elevated viewpoint the twin crescent-shaped bays of Stavros reveal their full beauty – shallow turquoise waters gently lap a sandy shore, with a dramatic rocky ridge rising behind the village. This beach is perhaps best known for being the filming location of the iconic dance scene in the 1964 film Zorba the Greek, starring Anthony Quinn, which immortalised the spot in cinematic history. The western arm of the bay remains quieter and less developed, offering a contrast to the more popular eastern side that curves out like a natural lagoon. Interestingly, the beach sits on the rugged peninsula of Akrotiri, whose limestone once formed part of the Venetian fortifications of Chania centuries ago. Today Stavros is easily accessible from Chania yet retains a beautifully unspoiled feel — especially when seen from above.
The History of Crete, the Southest piece of land of Europe continent, encompasses the ancient Minoan civilization. After this civilization was destroyed by natural catastrophes, Crete developed an Ancient Greece influenced organazition of city states, and then successinely became part of the Roman Empire, the Byzantine Empire, the Venetian Republic, and the Ottoman Empire. Modern Crete embraces all western habits and faculties with in a multilayered-multicultured attitude due its history. It's mostly touristic without loosing its traditional nature. Visitors can choose from five stars luxury hotels to traditional villas and from hidden tracks, picturesque beaches to dancing clubs, bars and wild night life. Everyone can find his choise in Crete.
