5th International Cultural Festival “FOLKWAY” CRETE ISLAND - GREECE

5th International Cultural Festival “FOLKWAY”

CRETE ISLAND - GREECE

Hersonissos - Heraklion

September 26th – September 30th, 2024

Organizers: Open Ways, Culture and Travel Co (FOLKWAY)

Greek local Cultural Associations – Municipality of Hersonissos

Crete is the largest island in Greece and the second biggest (after Cyprus) of the East Mediterranean, with an exquisite 1,000-kilometer-long coastline dotted with numerous coves, bays and peninsulas, which afford a multitude of soft, sandy beaches along the beautifully blue Mediterranean Sea. After all, it's among the finest in the world and has established Crete as one of Europe's most popular holiday destinations. And, of course, the island's historic importance in today's world as the home of the Minoan civilization with important archeological finds at Knossos, Phaistos and Gortys, is evidenced by the tens of thousands of visitors to these sites each year. Hersonissos is located a few kilometers away from the international airport "Nikos Kazantzakis" of Heraklion. Within its borders there are settlements with unique characteristics and colors. Hersonissos is known as the most organised tourist destination in Crete. It is also known for its high-quality hotels, conference infrastructures and the natural beauty of its coasts. Mass tourism, beautiful beaches and the rich nightlife only constitute one side of the coin "Hersonissos" and many historical monuments and landscapes of exceptional beauty await to be discovered.

All our previous Festivals in our homeland Greece had a great success as we welcomed groups and representatives of more than ten countries in each Festival. Our 5th International Festival in Crete Island in 2024, is the only one international cultural festival in the area/Municipality, which is officially organised in collaboration with the local authorities and Greek local companies – associations with quality standards and great respect for tradition and culture. We expect that it will have a larger impact and will provide to the participants opportunities to learn about different cultures and people, create new friendships, exchange experiences and enjoy the performances of traditional folk-dance groups and folk-song groups. Furthermore, during their stay the participants will have the pleasure to enjoy the Greek hospitality, the crystal blue sea and a bright Greek sun. The weather this period is good and warm suitable for swimming.