History of Ierapetra

Greek: Ierapetra, meaning Sacred stone. Ancient name “Ιεράπυτνα  Hierapytna

The town of Ierapetra- local dialect "Γεράπετρο" is located on the southest coast of Crete along the beach of Ierapetra Bay. Ierapetra is nicknamed “The bride of the Libyan Sea” because of its position as the only town in the south coast of Crete. Ierapetra has a remarkable history. The fortress of Kales built in the early years of Venetian rule.

The house where Napoleon stayed after the Battle of the Pyramids can still be seen.

Twelve kilometers off the coast of Ierapetra is an uninhabited island called Chrysi (Golden) or Gaiduronisi, which every year attracts millions of tourists. Furthermore, Ierapetra was chosen among 500 South European destinations as one of the 50 most attractive tourist destinations for visitors.

To conclude, Ierapetra has a worldwide appeal, because a lot of scenes of films were shot in Ierapetra. For example, Zorbas the Greek with Antony Quinn and Legends of the fall, with Brand Pitt.