The Area
Agia Galini
Agia Galini is a pretty coastal village and its picturesque port lay in the sheltered bay of Messara which opens to the Libyan Sea.
Located on the southern coast of Crete, just next to the border separating the prefecture of Rethymno from the one of Heraklion, Agia Galini is about 60 kilometres from the town of Rethymno and about 75 kilometres from the town of Heraklion.
The attractive village has plenty of accommodation from hotels to camping. The narrow cobbled alleys that snake from the port into the village and old houses are perched one above another against a steep cliff, offering magnificent views over the Libyan Sea. The town has plenty of restaurants, taverns, bars, clubs, cafes and shops.
There is a beautiful pebble beach that extends for over a kilometre in front of the village, and just beyond this popular beach is a lovely nudist beach.
The coastline around Agia Galini is particularly attractive, with many marine caves along the rocky shores. Those wonderful caves are really worth the visit because of the astonishing light effects created by the rays of the sun on the blue sea. Frequent boat excursions are organised to the southern part of Crete.
About Rethimno Prefecture
Rethimnon province is dominated by mountains around Psiloritis (2456m).
About Crete
Crete is a perfect holiday destination: an island that has everything. Beautiful beaches, stunning mountains, great Greek food and a fascinating local culture. Fertile grounds where, the famous cretan citrus fruits are cultivated; endless olive groves produce the fine cretan olive oil, while also known is the cretan wine from the island's vineyards. Everywhere you turn your sight, you will see historic monuments that reveal the island's history.
As Crete is part of the EU, it offers property investors a relatively low risk investment compared to some other markets. Prices are still very competitive, and unlike some parts of Europe its possible to find unspoilt areas. The cost of living is also very cheap - a couple could easily live on £8000 per year, and that includes the cost of running a small car, private medical insurance and accommodation. Lastly, its only four hours flying time from the UK.