The Atlas Obscura Guide To Lasithi

2 Cool, Hidden, and Unusual Things to Do in Lasithi, Greece

Updated March 26, 2018

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Unusual Attractions in Lasithi

Spinalonga fortress.

Lasithi, Greece

Spinalonga Island

This abandoned Greek island was the last active leper colony in Europe.

Windmills of Lasithi Plateau

Lasithi, Greece

Windmills of Lasithi Plateau

This little Greek plateau is home to thousands of rustic, white-sailed windmills.

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Dikteon Cave

Psichro, Greece

Dikteon Cave

According to myth, Zeus himself was hidden in this cave to escape being eaten by his dad.

15 miles from Lasithi

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