Elounda has much to recommend it. Nestling beneath the hills around the lagoon, Elounda is a pretty resort
inviting you to relax in the sunshine and enjoy the view. The domed church, with its free standing bell tower surrounded by palms dominates the harbour area. There is a beach to the right of the harbour and the indentations of the coastline in the area give many small sheltered coves, perfect for swimming and snorkelling. Elounda is a very attractive town lying on the Lagoon of the same name on the north coast of Crete just west of Agios Nikolaos.
In front of the busy harbour is the white-washed church, the dome of its terra cotta roof framed by hills. narrow peninsula five miles in length, is separated from the mainland by a channel. A bridge gives access to it. Elounda has much to offer holidaymakers. Set in picturesque surroundings, it is said to have some of the most luxurious hotels in Crete. Elounda attracts a wide range of people. Families and couples of all ages can enjoy the beauty and tranquillity of its shores. The young, and the not so young, can gain pleasure from the evening entertainment.
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