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Sfakia Village in Crete island

The small traditional village of Chora Sfakion, Sfakia, Chania, southern part of Crete island, Greece. The small traditional village of Chora Sfakion, Sfakia region, Chania, southern part of Crete island, Greece. Sfakia is a mountainous area in Southwestern part of Crete island, belonging to Chania regional unit. The villages there are known for their resistance against foreign occupation specially in World War II. Nowadays it is a major touristic village, with crystal clean water beaches and rough mountainous scenic. (Photo by Nicolas Economou/NurPhoto)

Photo ID	#2523653
Date Taken	3 April 2017
Location	N/A
Photographer	Nicolas Economou/NurPhoto
Category	Human Interest
Copyright	© 2026 NurPhoto - Nicolas Economou/NurPhoto

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