“Crete is known as the Zeus of the Greek archipelago ... try spelunking down the Cave of Zeus (or the Diktaean Cave) near the village of Psychro. Rumor has it this is where Zeus was born.

Feta, a Greek staple cheese, isn't produced or popular on Crete. Instead, look for graviera, a hard cheese (similar to Swiss gruyere) aged in caves in the White Mountains. The soft, ricotta-like ...

While other regions in Crete have had a difficult time retaining ... the Fortezza still houses a series of caves, as well as the remains of a Turkish mosque and a Greek Orthodox chapel.

However, walking down to swim in the cave is highly dangerous because of its steep walls. From the historic hike to the striking beach, Agiofarago Beach contributes to why Crete is one of the best ...