Litsarda Cretan village

Litsarda (2km from the villa) is a very small but cosy Greek village at an altitude of 283m. It offers spectacular views to the mountains and Souda Bay. Although the village on.y has 100 permanent habitants, there is a school and a shop.

Everything is located around the center, a pittoreske little church, 

At one corner, a cafenion “O Petros”, on the other corner the most famous pizzeria of the entire APOKORONAS. Just next to it is an olive oil factory ( they also sell wine), just ring at the gate.

In the summer traditional celebrations and festivals take place, you can also participate in them. Every year, in the 14th and the 15th of August, the local residents celebrate in honor of the central church, which is dedicated to Virgin Mary.  Cretan feasts are organized at the central square. Musicians from across the island are gathered at Litsarda playing the traditional Cretan lira and singing Cretan songs. Cretan dancers are dressed traditionally and the celebrations last until the morning!

200 m out of the center is an OLIVE FARM, a initiative to involve locals in tourisme by offering cooking lessons, music events, olive oil sources etc...