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Samaria Gorge

Name: Samaria Gorge
Address: Greece

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Through the Samaria Gorge on Crete
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The Samaria Gorge on the Greek island of Crete is one of the longest gorges in Europe, at 17 kilometres in length.

The gorge is one of the most popular excursion destinations in Crete. With sturdy shoes and sure-footedness, the Samaria Gorge can be optimally explored on a hike

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Samaria Gorge

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35.279404, 23.962748

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35°16'45.9"N 23°57'45.9"E

UTM

34S 769473 3908054

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