Heraklion, the capital of Crete and the 5th largest city in Greece, combines the rapid paces of modern reality with the historic and traditional touches of value in the most harmonic manner.
As ages passed by, the city changed hands and names many times. Chandax for the Saracens, Candia for the Venetians, Great Fortress for the Ottomans, and finally, Heraklion after it was liberated from the latter in 1898. Wonder around the city and take advantage of the numerous entertainment, food and activities choices!
Minoan Palace of Knossos
5 kilometres southeast of Heraklion, the word-known monument and premises of the glorious King Minos welcomes its visitors, teaching them lessons in history, art and civilization.
Minoan Palace of Festos
63 kilometres southwest of the city of Heraklion, the ruins of the palace of Festos are considered to be the second largest royal centre of the Minoan era and a famous treasure of civilization.
Archaeological Museum of Heraklion
One of the museums of great importance in the country, its exhibits come mainly from central and eastern Crete and cover 5.500 years of history.
Museum of Natural History
The rich natural wealth of Crete and central Greece is presented in the most masterly of manners and with frequent exhibits, it draws everyone's attention.
Fortress of Koule
The trademark of the city, built during 1523-1540, adds a shade of a passed time to Heraklion, and is a reminder of the glory of Venetian Candia. It has become a favourite place for the tourists to visit and for the locals the chosen place to take a walk.
N.Kazantzakis' Grave
South of the Venetian walls, where views of the whole city are present, lies the modest grave of one of the most celebrated and world-known writers. It bears a wooden cross and the famous phrase “I hope nothing. I fear nothing. I am free.” is engraved on it, causing emotion and admiration towards this eternal personality.
Cretaquarium
Housed in the former American base of Gournes, 15 kilometres east of Heraklion, the magical world of the sea bottom unfolds in front of your eyes. Enjoy a taste of the sea wealth of the Mediterranean Sea, as well as the unique theme exhibitions.
The city with intense characteristics of the Renaissance and the Middle Ages, offers visitors its generous presents.
Majestic historical monuments, picturesque alleyways, deep blue water and sandy beaches, entertainment and authentic Cretan delicacies form a mosaic celebrated as a favorite destination by visitors from all over the word. Without depriving the city of its vitality and modern rhythms, tradition is found in every step in Rethymnon, at the commanding, eternal Fortetza, the narrow alleys of the old city and its historic city centre.
The second largest city of the island following Heraklion, a celebrated holiday destination with thousands of visitors each year, Chania is a city of many faces.
It is quite cosmopolitan, especially in the summer, and in minutes it transforms itself into a historical monument due to the large number of interesting sites, the picturesqueness of the traditional alleys and its citizens' lively way of life. The colors that decorate Chania are magical and this is the reason behind the fact that Chania steals the heart of every visitor.
Agios Nikolaos or most commonly called “Agios” by the locals and faithful visitors, reveals roots of natural beauties, a plethora of restaurants, bars and cafeterias, shops and stores as well as its lake, that legend has it, it has no bottom. Enjoy the authentic Cretan hospitality, in a location that will surprise you with its particular colors and authentic charm.
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