Top 5 Photography Spots in Crete
Crete is an astonishingly diverse island which boasts gorgeous scenery and stunning architecture alike. This is why Crete is a photographer’s heaven. In this article, we will share with you our favourite locations that your camera is sure to fall in love with.
Venetian Port in Chania
Probably the most romantic place in Crete, the Old Venetian Port is also among the most photogenic ones as well. The pastel-coloured buildings that line the waterfront are the perfect backdrop for the best shots you could ever wish for, especially at sunset. However, the absolute star of the Venetian Port is the imposing Egyptian Lighthouse which looks splendid any time of day.
Balos Lagoon
Balos Lagoon is the most exotic beach in Greece. For that reason alone it’s definitely worthy of a place on this list of the best photography spots in Crete. The shallow turquoise waters as they kiss the fine white sand with the imposing rock looming above is a spectacle that your cameras will absolutely love. Getting to Balos Lagoon can be a nuisance so the best way to get there is by joining a boat tour.
Elafonissi Beach
The beauty of Elafonissi Beach is almost unreal. This unique beach features pink sand and Caribbean-like crystal clear waters. Get ready for the photo opportunities of a lifetime!
Preveli Beach
Few places in Crete can beat the photographer’s heaven that is Preveli Beach. Apart from being a stunning beach of deep blue waters, Preveli boasts a natural landscape which is beyond words gorgeous. At the back of the beach there is a canyon through which a river flows along a palm tree forest before it reaches the sea itself. Yes, the scenery is as magical as it sounds!
Matala Caves
The famous Matala Caves in the southern part of Crete were central to the hippie movement of the 60s and 70s. The iconic caves in the picturesque seaside village of Matala became the residence of hippies from all over the world who turned their backs on the modern way of life and tried to get in touch with Mother Nature. Nowadays, nobody lives in the caves any more but they are still among the most fascinating things to photograph in Crete.