Falasarna is an ancient Greek port city on the Northwest coast of Crete. This area was probably inhabited since Minoan times, and the ancient Falasarna founded no later than the 6th century BC the First written sources mentioning the city, dated from 350 BC

Falasarna was independent and economically very developed city and one of the most influential policies of Crete. The city-state prospered due to its well-established trade ties and had their own stamped coin, where one side was carved the image of a woman, and with another - the Trident and the inscription "FA".

Massive stone walls are not only surrounded by the city and the harbour, making it very secure and comfortable for the mariners. The city port was established in the lagoon, and the sea was joined by two artificial channels. On the Cape, which was above the harbour, was occupied well-fortified Acropolis on the territory of which preserved many fragments of ancient buildings (among them the temple Destiny).

Because of the constant civil wars and earthquakes, the city gradually began to decline. This has led to the flourishing of piracy in these parts. During this period, the island was dominated by the Romans, who tried to eradicate piracy in the vastness of the Mediterranean. As a result, approximately 69-67 BC they destroyed the city and the port of the Capital, and natural disasters completely replaced the civilization of these places. This port city has never been used.

The first archaeological excavations were initiated in 1966 under the direction of Yannis Tzedakis. In addition to the ancient ruins were discovered and many ancient tombs with valuable artifacts.

Today Falasarna more renowned as excellent sandy beach (one of the best beaches in Western Crete). It is quite popular among the islanders, and among visitors of Greece.