Agia Pelagia is located 24 kilometers northwest of Heraklion. It is one of the most popular summer destinations due to the crystal-clear waters, the protected from the wind beach and the facilities found in the area. Near Agia Pelagia you can find other beautiful beaches, too. Some of them are sandy and some of them are pebbly. Among the most well-known are Mononaftis, the Beach of Made, Ligaria and Palaiokastro.
