Lefka Ori

The White Mountains, also known as Lefka Ori, are a mountain range in Crete's central and western regions, in the Chania region. Pachnes (2.453m) is the highest peak, however the mountain complex has around 30 summits that are higher than 2000 meters.

Because of the snow on their tops, which often lasts until late spring, they are known as the white mountains. Furthermore, they are constructed of limestone, which reflects light and gives them a white aspect.

There are around 50 gorges, the most popular of which being Samaria Gorge, which is also a National Park and takes 5-7 hours to cross and gives spectacular vistas of sheer cliffs and unspoiled nature. At 1100 meters, the Omalos plateau is another draw. A moonscape and a desert may be found in the western central region of the country, between the mountains, which is over 1800m.

Elevation: 2,453 m
Country: Greece