Matala

Matala is a popular destination on the rather solitary southern coast of Crete, in the region of Heraklion. The place shelters a unique hippie atmosphere, and even just one day spent in Matala is enough to feel its vibe and connect with the bohemian side of Crete.Located about one hour south of Heraklion, the capital of Crete, Matala is a famous hippie destination as well as a super popular seaside resort on the southern coast, facing the Libyan Sea and the beach of Matala is a wide sandy bay with a deep crystal clear sea.