5th INTERNATIONAL FOLKLORE FESTIVAL “FOLKWAY”
CRETE – GREECE
Hersonissos – Heraklion
September 26 – 30, 2024
Organizers: Open Ways, Culture and Travel Co (FOLKWAY)
Municipality of Hersonissos – Local Cultural Associations – Authorities
Crete is a beautiful Mediterranean island and one of Europe’s most popular holiday destinations. Thousands of picturesque villages, enchanting landscapes, endless sandy beaches, 300 days of sunshine a year, diverse scenery, delicious and renowned local cuisine, unique flora, magnificent gorges, medieval towns, imposing mountains, friendly and hospitable people, a unique culture, and a glorious past. A place you don’t want to miss… The Municipality of Hersonissos majestically stretches from the northern coast of central Crete to the ridges of the Lassithi mountains, just a few kilometers from Heraklion’s “Nikos Kazantzakis” International Airport. It includes settlements with distinct, unique characteristics and colors. The wider area of Hersonissos is considered Crete’s most organized tourist destination. It is known for its high-quality hotel facilities, conference infrastructure, as well as its natural beauty in the coastal part. However, the beautiful beaches, nightlife, and mass tourism represent only one side of the coin. The other, lesser-known side, consists of its rich and untouched hinterland, scattered with historical monuments and landscapes of untold natural beauty.
The natural routes of the Municipality of Hersonissos are simultaneously journeys through time, into the rich history of a blessed land. Our experience and expertise in organizing similar Festivals throughout Greece guarantee that the 5th Festival, in official cooperation with local authorities, will have impeccable organization, great success, and will provide participants with the opportunity to get to know different cultures, make friends, and exchange experiences. At the same time, they will enjoy Greek hospitality, the crystal-clear sea, and the bright sun, as the weather on the island during that period is excellent.
Heraklion International Airport “Nikos Kazantzakis” – Hersonissos (22 km)