Vai palm forest is located on the southeast coast of Crete, about 28 km from the town of Sitia. It is one of the most popular attractions in Crete as it's one of the most unique locations in the Mediterranean.

It is the largest palm forest in Europe, which leads to a beach with fine golden sand and crystal clear water. Local stories said that  palms grew from seeds of dates which flew here Arabs pirates while another speak for Phoenician sailors who colonized the area.

Scientific studies have shown that these palm trees belong to the endemic kind Phoenix Theophrasti and thrive thanks to the arid climate and the underground water of the region as here grow and other species of African vegetation.

The beach is served by a large parking lot where you can leave your car and is well organized by gathering daily hundreds of bathers. For a more natural experience and taste of palm's tropic atmosphere you can spread your towel in the shade of palm trees.

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