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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:
- Crete is the largest of the Greek Isles and the fifth largest island in the Mediterranean Sea.
- It forms the border between the Aegean and Libya Seas.
- By virtue of its position, it has been seen by a succession of conquerors to be of strategic importance.
- Romans, Arabs, Venetians, and the Ottoman Empire have all left their mark on the island.
- Crete is 260 km wide with more than 1000 km of coastline.
- The central area is mountainous with several impressive gorges.
- Tourism and agriculture are the most important sectors of the economy.
- The soil is fertile and the climate mild, making the island ideal for growing grapes, olives, and herbs.
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