Living in Crete

Living in Crete

Discover Crete: Where ancient history meets modern opportunity. Live, learn, and work in the heart of the Mediterranean

 

If you’re looking for a pleasant work place, Crete is an excellent choice. This beautiful Greek island has everything that everyone needs to increase its productivity while enjoying a relaxing Mediterranean lifestyle. 

It offers vide diversity of the landscape – the rugged mountains, the deep caves, the endless beaches and the turquoise sea, the many cities, towns and villages, and stunning countryside.

Discover Crete: Where ancient history meets modern opportunity. Live, learn, and work in the heart of the Mediterranean

 

If you’re looking for a pleasant work place, Crete is an excellent choice. This beautiful Greek island has everything that everyone needs to increase its productivity while enjoying a relaxing Mediterranean lifestyle.

It offers vide diversity of the landscape – the rugged mountains, the deep caves, the endless beaches and the turquoise sea, the many cities, towns and villages, and stunning countryside.

Crete is the biggest and southernmost Greek island and the fifth largest island in the Mediterranean Sea. The climate is mild Mediterranean with mild changes of weather with an average oft 300 sunny days in the year.

There are several Universities at the island that allow an opportunity for collaboration on a broad range. University of Crete is located at Heraklion and Rethymnon, and Hellenic Mediterranean University located at Heraklion with several departments located at Agios Nikolaos and Sitia, as well as Technical University of Crete located at Chania. There are number of research institutes like FORTH (Foundation for research and technology Hellas) and HCMR (Hellenic Center for Marine Biology). 

It has a rich history, dating back to the Minoan civilization – considered the oldest in Greece. In fact, Crete is often referred to as the “cradle of European civilizations”, with many archaeological sites to visit.

There are six bigger cities on the island that are well connected by an extensive bus system with regular services across the north of the island and from north to south. There are two regional bus stations in Heraklion. Bus routes and timetables can be found on KTEL website bus lines 

Crete:

Your Window to  Knowledge and Breathtaking Beauty

Crete:

Your Window to  Knowledge and Breathtaking Beauty

Discover Crete’s Flavors:

Let Your Academic Journey Be a Gastronomic Adventure

Crete is a special place where food tells you about its culture and history. Olive oil is very important here. It makes every dish, even salads, taste amazing. When you walk around, you’ll smell gyros and souvlaki from street vendors. These are not just quick eats; they are a tasty part of Crete’s food culture, easy to hold in your hand and full of flavor with meat, veggies, and a cool sauce called tzatziki.

There are also traditional dishes that people in Crete have been making for a long time. Moussaka is one popular dish. It has layers of eggplant, potatoes, and meat, all covered with a creamy sauce. Then, there’s dakos, a simple snack with hard bread, tomatoes, cheese, and olive oil. And you can’t forget about the rich stews with beans and other fresh ingredients from the island.

Your time  in Crete is also a chance to explore these amazing foods. Here, learning about your subject and trying new foods are both important parts of your adventure. Crete’s kitchen is ready to welcome you with its best tastes as you start your journey in this beautiful part of the Mediterranean.

Discover Crete’s Flavors:

Let Your Academic Journey Be a Gastronomic Adventure

Crete is a special place where food tells you about its culture and history. Olive oil is very important here. It makes every dish, even salads, taste amazing. When you walk around, you’ll smell gyros and souvlaki from street vendors. These are not just quick eats; they are a tasty part of Crete’s food culture, easy to hold in your hand and full of flavor with meat, veggies, and a cool sauce called tzatziki.

There are also traditional dishes that people in Crete have been making for a long time. Moussaka is one popular dish. It has layers of eggplant, potatoes, and meat, all covered with a creamy sauce. Then, there’s dakos, a simple snack with hard bread, tomatoes, cheese, and olive oil. And you can’t forget about the rich stews with beans and other fresh ingredients from the island.

Your time  in Crete is also a chance to explore these amazing foods. Here, learning about your subject and trying new foods are both important parts of your adventure. Crete’s kitchen is ready to welcome you with its best tastes as you start your journey in this beautiful part of the Mediterranean.

Living Cost:

Average cost of a list of goods and services one needs while in Crete in Euro

for a more detailed overview of the living cost in Crete, visit  numbeo

Living Cost:

Average cost of a list of goods and services one needs while in Crete in Euro

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