I really love this clip from Zorba the Greek. It is the final moments in the film following the enormous disaster that Zorba caused running logs from the monastery on top of the hill down to the sea. They took the clip on Stavros Bay in the Akrotiri peninsular.
Anthony Quinn is Zorba and Alan Bates is the English guy. So let’s see Zorba dance.
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Nestled on the southeastern coast of Crete, Ierapetra boasts a rich history, stunning landscapes, and pristine beaches. Often overlooked in favour of the more popular destinations in Crete, this quaint town and the nearby Chrissi Island are true hidden gems. This blog post will take you to explore these magnificent locations and uncover their wonders….
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One of the finest flowers seen in Crete is the wild Cretan poppy. So many people see so many flowers that the poppy is often ignored in favour of the wonderful orchids and the myriads of stunning flowers that are seen here. But I love the poppy. It is straight, wild and serene. It is…
