The picturesque Lake Kourna is the only freshwater lake in Crete and one of the main natural attractions of the island. The picturesque Lake Kurna is the only freshwater lake in Crete and one of the main natural attractions of the island. The lake is located 47 kilometres east of Chania and 4 kilometres from the resort village of Georgopolis. east of Chania and 4 kilometres from the resort village of Georgioupolis. In ancient times In ancient times the lake was called Koresia, as the temple of Athena was located nearby. Koresia. The lake got its present name from the Arabic word "kurna", which means "lake".
On one side of the lake is surrounded by a picturesque green valley, and on the other side are the majestic white mountains, which on a clear, sunny day are reflected in the calm and clear water, thus creating an impression of the lake. clear water, thus creating an impressive picture. From a bird's eye view. Lake Kurna appears to be multi-coloured. You can see very clearly the fringing white stripe (the colour of the sand), which sharply changes to a turquoise band by algae growing in the shallows. The centre of the lake is a deep blue because of the depth.
Qurna is a relatively small lake. Its circumference is about 3.5 km, with a length of 1,087 metres and a width of 800 metres. There are many local myths and legends local myths and legends, one of which states that the lake is bottomless. Modern research has shown that the lake is about 23 metres deep. The lake is an important part of the Greek ecosystem and is protected by the organisation Natura 2000". It is home to ducks, eels, water snakes and rare bicoloured turtles. Cormorants and herons can also occasionally be seen on the lake.
Lake Kurna is quite popular with locals and tourists alike. Here you can walk around the neighbourhood, sunbathe on the beach and swim in the crystal clear water, rent a boat. clean water, hire a catamaran or a boat and explore all the surroundings of the lake. Around the beach there are many cosy taverns and cafes where you can relax and enjoy the traditional local cuisine. traditional local cuisine and enjoy the beautiful panoramic views.
