The picturesque village of Anatoli is located within a distance of approximately 31 kilometers away from Agios Nikolaos and 14 kilometers away from Ierapetra. It is the seat of the municipality of the same name, which consists of four smaller settlements, where reside permanently approximately 1200 inhabitants. In particular, it consists of the settlements of Kalogeri, Stomio, Ammoudares and Anatoli, which is the most known of the municipality. It is built on an altitude of about 650 meters above sea level, a fact that adds a magnificent view to the island of Chrissi, located exactly opposite. Due to this fact it is called the “balcony of the Libyan Sea”. Arriving to Anatoli, you will be impressed by the imposing Venetian Fortress which can be seen here. The coastal side of the municipality of Anatoli is notably the most impressive one, with several green houses where various garden trucks are produced. The area is also full of pine trees and almond trees that blossom every spring and filled with white and pink flower as they are, create and impressive image. |