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  Sitia - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
Sitia is a port town in the far east of Crete.
According to Diogenes Laertius, Sitia was the home of Myson of Chen, one of the Seven Sages of Greece.
Sitia has so far been spared the blessings of mass tourism; even though there is a long and beautiful beach along the road leading to Vai and several places of historical interest, the town is visited by few tourists and has largely kept its genuine mediterranean flair.
en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Sitia   (294 words)

  
 Sitia Olive Oil - Athenee Importers
This oil, which is distinguished by its golden-green colour, its intricate fresh aromas of unripe fruit and green herbs, the balance between sweet and bitter, the magical taste on the tongue and the amazing duration of its after-taste, has traveled all over the world and has charmed it.
The greatest prize of all though that SITIA 0.3 has been accepted comes from the consumers them selves who, honoring the superior taste and ifs beneficial properties for human health, have established it in their daily diet.
Sitia 0.3 Olive Oil is being used at Le Bernadin in NYC.
www.atheneeimporters.com /sitiaoliveB.htm   (180 words)

  
 Sitia -- Facts, Info, and Encyclopedia article   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
Sitia is a port town in the far east of (The largest Greek island in the Mediterranean; site of the Minoan civilization that reached its peak in 1600 BC) Crete.
According to (additional info and facts about Diogenes Laertius) Diogenes Laertius, Sitia was the home of (additional info and facts about Myson of Chen) Myson of Chen, one of the (additional info and facts about Seven Sages of Greece) Seven Sages of Greece.
Sitia has so far been spared the blessings of mass tourism; even though there is a long and beautiful beach along the road leading to (additional info and facts about Vai) Vai and several places of historical interest, the town is visited by few tourists and has largely kept its genuine mediterranean flair.
www.absoluteastronomy.com /encyclopedia/s/si/sitia.htm   (348 words)

  
 Eastern Crete Kato Zakros for vacation, Ancient Minoan Palace, Gorge Caves E4.
32 C. and the lowest in winter is 7 C. Sitia is the seat of administrative and public services for the county and provides a modern airport with flights to and from Athens and a port with daily connections with Piraeus and other islands of the south east Aegean sea.
The most imposing monument of the past that dominates Sitia is the fortress of the castle called Kazarma from the "Casa di Arma".
Kazarma was one of the buildings of Medieval Sitia, and it served as soldier's barracks and army headquarters.
www.sitiarealestate.com /katozakros/about_sitia.htm   (733 words)

  
 Sitia, Crete
The main road that runs between Agia Nikolaos and Sitia is one of the most dramatic in Crete, winding through olive groves on the steep sides of mountains where around every bend is a spectacular view.
Sitia with a population of 8500 people, is the easternmost city on Crete and perhaps the least developed.
Sitia is known for it's production of sultanas and if you're lucky enough to be travelling in late August, you'll enjoy the Sultana Festival where wine and food abounds and traditional Cretan dances are performed.
www.magicaljourneys.com /Crete/crete-discover-sitia.html   (420 words)

  
 Sitia
Sitia itself is a modern town built on a low hill overlooking the wide Sitia gulf.
Sitia is also a popular hub for savvy island hoppers who can catch a ferry to nearby Karpathos, and from there they can sail to Rhodes and all the other Aegean islands.
The archaeological museum of Sitia was a pleasant surprise.
www.greeklandscapes.com /greece/crete/sitia.html   (677 words)

  
 The region of Palekastros - Sitia
Sitia is the economic centre in the east of Crete.
Sitia is the centre for the farmers of the region.
It should be noted that the Mayor of Sitia has been openly criticized for delaying this project which had a proposed completion date as of November 2003.
www.palekastro.de /sitia_e.html   (553 words)

  
 Sitia Olive Oils
Only a little traveling around the region of Sitia is needed to become aware of the presence everywhere and the great importance of the olive tree to this area.
The greatest prize of all thought that SITIA 0,3 has been accepted comes from the consumers themselves who, honouring the superior taste and its beneficial properties for human health, have established it in their daily diet.
It is produced in the sunbathed mountainous and hilly olive-groves of the province of Sitia from the olive variety " Koroneiki".With it's Gold-green colour, balanced taste somewhere between sweet and bitter.
www.solditonline.co.uk /sitiaoliveoil/OilBottle750.htm   (913 words)

  
 ----- Sitia -----   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
Sitia is a harbour town with 8500 inhabitants which can be used as a base for a visit to the eastern end of Crete.
At Petra, to the east of the town, a section of a settlement from the Minoan period has been excavated.
Vai is the only extensive palm grove in Greece, few km far away from Sitia.
www.dilos.com /region/crete/sitia.html   (441 words)

  
 Sitia - Apartments/Rooms Nereids - Greece - Crete
Sitia - Apartments/Rooms Nereids - Greece - Crete
Sitia is a very beautiful small town with a continuing presence and a historical life which has its roots in ancient times.
Sitia Beach: Organized beach with sun beds, umbrellas and showers near to the town of Sitia.
www.nereids.gr   (270 words)

  
 interkriti:The Town of Sitia in Lassithi East Crete, Crete
Sitia existed during the Late-Minoan period and until the Venetian period.
The most imposing monument of the past that dominates Sitia is the fortress of the castle today called Kazarma from the "Casa di Arma".
The Touristic Club of Sitia, the Cultural Center of the Municipality of Sitia and the educational and cultural association "Vintsenzos Kornaros", play an important role to the cultural life of the city.
www.interkriti.org /visits/sitia.html   (815 words)

  
 Map of Agios Nikolaos - Photos and pictures. Agios Nikolaos. Ierapetra, Vai, Sitia, Zakros, Elounda, Lassithi, ...
It is a two hours car journey from Heraklion to the softly curving great bay of Sitia, and the harbour town of the same name.
It was known as La Sitia by the Venetians, who built a fortified wall and castle, and the walk towards the harbour has all of the charm one hopes to find in a Greek waterfront.
The most interesting day excursions from Sitia are to the Minoan ruins at Zakros, Vai beach, Palekastro and Topolou monastery, or the Valley of the Dead.
www.alpha-omegaonline.com /Agios-Nicolaos-calque_EN.htm   (1715 words)

  
 All Greece's Travel Guide - Hotel Itanos 2 Star in Lasithi Sitia ( Hotels in Greece )   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
Greece - Crete - Lasithi - Sitia - 4,Karamanli Str.
This family hotel Itanos, fully renovated in 1998, is situated in the most advantageous location by the central park square on the waterfront of the picturesque town of Sitia.
This can be your base from which to explore and discover the archaeological and cultural richness as well as the breathtaking scenic beauty of the Sitia area and its countryside.
www.travelguide.gr /lst/itanos.htm   (235 words)

  
 Sitia,Municipality of Sitia,eastern Crete.Individual holidays,accommodation in Crete,Greece
Sitia, 18 km from Palekastro and 60 from Ierapetra, with a population of 9500 people, is the easternmost city on Crete and perhaps the least developed.
There is a waterfront with restaurants and cafes, a large public beach, and an archaeological museum which holds many of the findings from Palekastro.
Sitia is the seat of administrative and public services for the county and has road and sea connections with various places in the island and with Pireaus and other Aegean islands.
www.crete-today.com /s-sitia.htm   (359 words)

  
 The Sitia's Lab: Publications
Sitia R, Neuberger M, Alberini C, Bet P, Fra A, Valetti C, Williams G, Milstein C. Developmental regulation of IgM secretion: the role of the carboxy-terminal cysteine.
Cabibbo A, Consalez GG, Sardella M, Sitia R and Rubartelli A. Changes in gene expression during the growth arrest of HepG2 hepatoma cells induced by reducing agents or TGFß1.
Morgavi P, Bonifaci N, Pagani M, Castigliolo S, Sitia R and Rubartelli A. The association of HIV-1 Tat with nuclei is regulated by Ca2+ ions and cytosolic factors.
w3dibit.hsr.it /molecular_immunology/publications.htm   (942 words)

  
 Accommodation in Sitia, East Crete. Vacation in Greece and Greek Islands.
The picturesque city of Sitia, with 9000 residents, amphitheatrically built into the sheltered corner of the bay of Sitia, at the center of a quiet and picturesque cove, at a distance of 69 km.
Sitia is known as the birthplace of the poet Vintsezos Kornaros, the composer of "Erotokritos".
Worth visisting in the town are the Church of the Analipsis of Sotira, the Archaelogical Museum, which opened its doors in 1984, and the Laographic Museum, where you will find lots of information about the daily life and the tradition of the area.
www.sitia.net   (164 words)

  
 Sitia Town Travel information, Sitia Town hotels, Sitia Town tours, accommodation, holidays
Sitia (or Siteia) is amphitheatrically built around a hill in Sitia Bay, the easternmost one on Crete’s north coast.
In 1870, some forty years before Sitia was liberated and, together with the rest of Crete, united with Greece, the local Turkish Pasha had the town rebuilt, and his plans are predominant even today.
Situated in the heart of Sitia and overlooking the lovely waterfront of the picturesque town, the Itanos Hotel is a very good two-star, family operated hotel open year-round.
www.windmillstravel.com /destination.php?id=83&type=city   (442 words)

  
 Crete | Sitia (Siteia) - a visitor's guide by CreteTravel.com
One of the least "touristy" parts of Crete, Sitia as a town, was built up in Venetian times, destroyed and later rebuilt by the Turks, with just a few signs of this history remaining.
Sitia is very much a living town, which happens to have tourism, rather than the other way around.
We hope that the easier access to Sitia and Lassithi will be met with appealing and thoughtful development; there will most certainly be new tourist facilities.
www.cretetravel.com /Sitia/Sitia.htm   (961 words)

  
 Eo Villas, Sitia, Crete Greek Villas
Peacefully situated in the far east of the island, close to Sitia, and perfectly placed for exploring the wonders of far-eastern Crete, Eo Villas are ideal for couples or small families.
Approached through a gentle landscape of hills, olive groves and vineyards typical of this quiet part of the island, Eo is half-hidden in its own large, flower-filled gardens, palms and olive trees.
Handsome Sitia is one of Crete’s lesser known areas.
www.magicaljourneys.com /Crete/crete-villas-eo.html   (333 words)

  
 HellasGA Ikaros Sitia Fly In
Sitia had 21 fixed wing aircraft and 3 helicopters at some point.
John Georgantakis and Christos Metaxakis, for their priceless help in Sitia airport and town operational preparations for the welcoming and accomodation of more than 70 people for one night.
John Soldatos, aviation enthusiast in Sitia, who with his luxurious taxi provided rides to the Fly In participants from the airport to town and back during both days.
hellasga.com /Sitia   (399 words)

  
 Crete
There is one main route that leads to Sitia along the long coast, and it is a difficult one to drive as it winds endlessly around the coastal mountainous terrain.
Beyond Sitia the land is sparsely populated with many small villages clinging precariously to the slopes of hills, and the largest population center is found in the town of Palekastro.
The fact that the area has not seen hotel and resort development is due in part to Moni Toplou which claims ownership of the entire north-east coast of Crete, and utilizes the rocky terrain to sustain a large population of free range goats.
www.greeklandscapes.com /greece/crete   (1505 words)

  
 EuroTrip Discussion Boards   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
we'll be situated in Sitia for a week, and hope to make some good daytrips and wanted to know if a car will be necessary/expensive or if we should mostly take buses to get where we want.
Sitia is far from many of the major sites located in the western part of the island.
Sitia would be the nicest, Heraklion second and Chania third but let me know what would be most possible.
www.eurotrip.com /forum/topic.asp?TOPIC_ID=104479   (744 words)

  
 Sitia real estate at crete,Greece. Estate agents for Properties, land and houses
The airport in Sitia will soon accept international flights; the runway is already in place.
Sitia, our office location is to be found on the north cost at the mid-easterly end of the island.
Sitia can be reached via direct flights form Athens to its soon to be expanded airport.
www.sitia-estate.com   (486 words)

  
 Aggresomes and Russell bodies : Symptoms of cellular indigestion? -- Kopito and Sitia 1 (3): 225 -- EMBO Reports   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
Klausner, R.D. and Sitia, R. (1990) Protein degradation in the endoplasmic reticulum.
Mancini, R., Fagioli, C., Fra, A.M., Maggioni, C. and Sitia, R. (2000) Degradation of unassembled soluble Ig subunits by cytosolic proteasomes: evidence that retrotranslocation and degradation are coupled events.
Valetti, C., Grossi, C.E., Milstein, C. and Sitia, R. (1991) Russell bodies: a general response of secretory cells to synthesis of a mutant immunoglobulin which can neither exit from, nor be degraded in, the endoplasmic reticulum.
emboreports.npgjournals.com /cgi/content/full/1/3/225   (4240 words)

  
 Achladia Sitia, Crete
With 324 inhabitants(1991), is located at 250 metres elevation.
Its dinstance from Sitia is 9 km, at the crossroad after Piskokefalo.
In 1881 it had 358 inhabitants at Limenos Sitias area, in 1900 it had 341 and in 1928 it had 440.
www.mxm.gr /Achladia/the_village_en.htm   (91 words)

  
 Sitia Bay
Paraliaki Leoforos, Tritis Septemvriou 8, Patriarhou Vartholomeou 27, 72300 Sitia - Crete - Greece
A five minute walk is needed to reach the square of the Sitia town from Sitia Bay.
Sitia Bay is located at the outskirts of the town of Sitia, facing the beach.
users.forthnet.gr /ath/astraxan/index_en.html   (618 words)

  
 Kreta-net: Travel guide - Sitia
Sitia is located at the head of Sitia Bay, which is the most easterly of the large inlets on the north side of the island.
Ferry boats are going from Sitia to the Dodecanese, the Aegean Islands and Kavala in northern Greece.
In Sitia you can find many hotels, pensions and houses with rooms for rent, as well as a youth hostel.
www.kreta-net.com /travelguide/sitia_en.htm   (332 words)

  
 Tourloti village, Sitia Province, Åastern Crete, Greece   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
The village of Tourloti is located in Eastern Crete, in the Sitia's Province, on the road from Agios Nikolaos to Sitia.
As the distance from Agios Nikolaos to Sitia is about 82 Km, we can say that it is almost in the middle of the distance.
If you are fan of the rural and country-side life of Greece, then you should visit this cosmopolitic village of Sitia Province, and meet the beauty of the eastern region of Crete.
www.gngnet.gr /tourloti   (515 words)

  
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The beach of Sitia with the town in the back.
Pictures of the harbour of Sitia with the Venetian castle and the boats.
Situated on the water around a bay in the east of Crete, Sitia and its 8500 inhabitants seem to have retained a certain kind of quiet atmosphere, that you can no longer find in other cities like Chania, Ierepetra or Agios Nikolaos.
www.angelfire.com /me4/greekislands/sitia.html   (159 words)

  
 Travels with S/Y Thetis 97: Crete   (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-25)
At the waypoint I rolled in the genoa and motored W for 5 nmi, avoiding the dangerous Spitfire Reefs north of the cape.
He thinks Sitia is the most pleasant town in Crete because it has not yet been overrun by the hordes of tourists.
I left Sitia at 7:00 and was at Spinalonga by 10:30.
www.sy-thetis.org /Thetis97/Crete/Crete.html   (7488 words)

  
 Itanos Hotel in Sitia, Crete, Greece
This family hotel, fully renovated in 1998, is situated on the most advantageous location by the central park square on the waterfront of the picturesque town of Sitia.
This is your base from which to explore and discover the archaeological and cultural richness and the breathtaking scenic beauty of the Sitia area and its countryside.
There is a large Reception area, 2 TV lounges, Bar, Cafeteria and a Dining room, all fully air-conditioned.
www.greece-atitravel.com /hotels/crete/itanos.htm   (229 words)

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