Stalida Σταλίδα |
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Coordinates: 35°18′N 25°00′E / 35.300°N 25.000°ECoordinates: 35°18′N 25°00′E / 35.300°N 25.000°E | |
Country | Greece |
Administrative region | Crete |
Regional unit | Heraklion |
Municipality | Hersonissos |
Municipal unit | Malia |
Highest elevation | 10 m (30 ft) |
Lowest elevation | 0 m (0 ft) |
Population (2011) | |
• Rural | 1,237 |
Time zone | EET (UTC+2) |
• Summer (DST) | EEST (UTC+3) |
Area code(s) | 7007 |
Stalida (Greek: Σταλίδα, older form Stalis) is a village that lies between Malia and Hersonissos on the north coast of Crete, Greece. It is a lively resort, attracting tourists from many European countries. It has a long, sandy beach and a variety of bars and tavernas. Popular with families, it is 30 km from Nikos Kazantsakis airport in Heraklion.
Quieter than the neighbouring resorts of Malia and Hersonissos, Stalis has a more relaxed atmosphere and still has a wide array of bars and restaurants. The resort is popular with a mix of nationalities.
A view of the town of Stalis
A view of the town of Stalis