“Old hippies destination. The caves around the beach were inhabited by hippies during 70's -80's. ”

“Matala,is a village located 75 km south-west of Heraklion,. It takes 1 hour driving from Tsoutsouros. It is a safe natural harbor on the Bay of Messara, blessed with a gently sweeping sand and pebble beach. Also, there numerous restaurants and cafees.”

“Κοντινό τουριστικό θέρετρο, γνωστό ως χώρος συγκέντρωσης των Hippies την δεκαετία του 1960”

“A second example of Minoan civilisation, Festos is less developed than Knossos so leave more for your imagination. ”

“The town,with its beach of 300 m and the many caves cut out of the high cliffs which surround and form the enclosed and sheltered bay, is one of the most popular destinations in Crete”

“Matala beach is well known since '70s when the Hippies were on the coastal village. It is worth visiting for an evening romantic drink or an afternoon coffee capturing sunset's colours. Moreover, the famous 3 days - 'Matala music festival' in June gives Matala an aura of the old times and not only! Enjoy music and dancing from International and local music bands! ”