Spinalonga: Former Leprosy Hospital Becomes Tourist Magnet
The small island of Spinalonga (officially Kalydon) lies in the Gulf of Elounda off the northeast coast of Crete in the Lasithi region. The island was originally separated from the mainland by the Venetians in the 15th century and historically served as a leprosy colony before developing into a popular tourist destination. New videos document the historical and scenic beauty of this fascinating site.