Today the area of Ierapetra is one of the most productive regions of Greece and one of Europe's main sources of
early fresh fruits, vegetables, olive oil and flowers. The population is employed in agriculture -mainly in all year round cultivation of vegetables.
	Large quantities of vegetables, which are grown in green houses (a total area of 13.000.000 square meters), are exported to whole Europe.
There is also considerable income from the abundance of fresh fish brought in by the fishermen who ply the waters to the south and east Crete.
	Ierapetra also offers a variety of facilities: cafes, restaurants, supermarkets, bakeries, post office (ELTA), telephone centre (OTE), custom authorities, hospital, cinemas, internet cafes, bus station, taxi services, car and motorbikes rental companies, travel agencies, commercial banks.
Ierapetra has a lot to offer to its visitors! Whether you prefer a quiet, peaceful holiday enjoying the beautiful nature and traditional Greek atmosphere.	.