Elounda is an exclusive resort for wealthy people, who are attracted by the very mild climate; the temperature rarely drops below 10C. In the middle, Kolokitha island, actually a peninsula linked to Elounda. Harbor of Elounda. Beach of Elounda. Drying octopus at a tavern. Drying octopus at a tavern. Plaka, a fishing village next to Elounda. ElafonisiFrangocastello Labels