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Samaria Gorge

Greece

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Samaria Gorge

Greece

Samaria Gorge

LocationGreece
RegionCrete
TypeNational Park
Coordinates35.2920°, 23.9170°
Established1962
Area48.5
Nearest CityChania (25 mi)
Major CityHeraklion (95 mi)
Entrance Fee5

About Samaria Gorge

Samaria Gorge National Park features one of Europe's longest canyons and is a major tourist attraction in Crete. The park is home to several endemic species including the Cretan wild goat. The gorge runs from the Omalos plateau to the Libyan Sea, offering spectacular hiking opportunities.