Vintage 1987 Lassithi Crete Postcard – Windmills & Plateau

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Vintage 1987 Lassithi Crete Postcard – Windmills & Plateau

A sunlit 1987 postcard depicting the Lassithi Plateau in Crete, famed for its white-sailed windmills and fertile valleys, sent with warm holiday notes from Greece to England. A timeless snapshot of rural Mediterranean life.

Measurements: approx. 5 3/4 x 4 inches
Dates: 3 August 1987
Condition: Light wear around the corners. Please check our images.
Internal notes: QC passed

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The Lassithi Plateau of Crete unfolds in golden fields and lush green patches, dotted with dozens of white-sailed windmills turning gently in the Aegean breeze. This multi-view postcard captures the essence of the region — traditional stone houses, winding mule tracks, and dramatic limestone caves. It’s a scene where the slow rhythm of rural life meets the timeless beauty of the Cretan highlands.

Posted on 3 August 1987 from Ágios Nikólaos, this postcard was sent with affectionate words about exploring local sites, including the ancient ruins of Knossos and the city of Heraklion. The stamp commemorates the 150th anniversary of the National Technical University of Athens, lending the card an additional layer of cultural history. The handwritten message conveys the warmth of Greek hospitality, good food, and sunny days.

For collectors of Greek travel memorabilia, vintage Mediterranean photography, or traditional windmill imagery, this postcard offers both visual charm and historical resonance. Owning it is to hold a small piece of Crete’s enduring identity — a place where history, agriculture, and tradition blend seamlessly under the Cretan sun.

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