Nestled amidst the towering peaks of the White Mountains, Crete boasts one of its large plateaus, Omalos. Known for its distinctive irregular circular shape, Omalos rests at an altitude of 1,200 meters. Over centuries, its inaccessible location has made it a shelter for rebels and those seeking refuge from persecution. Adjacent to the plateau, the Samaria Gorge begins at the Xyloskalo site, while nearby stands the Kallergi mountain refuge, situated at 1,680 meters above sea level.
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