"The bridge to the Libyan sea"
Ierapetra, only 36 km. away from Agios Nikolaos and located at the narrowest crossing of the island, combines a brilliant past with a present of economic growth and extension. Mild winter temperatures and low rainfall together with more than 340 sunshine days a year make Ierapetra a very pleasant place to live both winter and summer.
The town stands on the ruins of the ancient city of Ierapytna and it is frequent that valuable pieces of antiquity are discovered, such as the most recent, full size statue of Goddess Demeter, housed in the local Museum. Only 8 miles from the port of Ierapetra, Gaidouronissi or Chrissi Island is located. Daily boat cruises run from Ierapetra from May to October taking visitors to this exotic small paradise with turquoise waters and white sandy beaches. Ierapetra has a lot to offer its visitors: whether you prefer a quiet, peaceful holiday or like to go out and explore the city and its history.
