Chavga Gorge

Havgas Gorge is the only large gorge in the Lassithi Plateau, formed between the elevations of Katharios Lakkos (1190 m) and Katharia Kefala (1269 m) of the Dikti mountain range. The Havgas or Xenikos River runs through the gorge, collecting the waters of the Katharo Plateau, flowing through the Lassithi Plateau (where it is known as the Megalos Potamos, or “Great River”), and carrying them to the Chonos sinkhole. From there, the waters exit through the Fleves of Kastamonitsa and, via the Aposelemis River, end up at the Aposelemis Dam.
The name “Havgas”, along with its variations (e.g., havgoudi), is very common for gorges in Eastern Crete, and simply means gorge.

Neraiokolybos, the blue lake formed at the base of a small waterfall, surrounded by vertically steep white-grey rocks. In the stone decor, a huge perfectly round boulder stands out.

This passage beautifully describes a picturesque location, blending both natural beauty and folklore. The imagery of fairies bathing in the waters adds an enchanting, mythical touch to the landscape.