Megalo Kastro, Candia, Heraklion

Heraklion is the largest city on the island of Crete and often referred to as the ‘heart’ of the island. Visitors can find everything they need in Heraklion.

Everywhere you look, you'll see a piece of history dating back from the Minoan era up to the present day.

Heraklion offers a wide range of entertainment and leisure options, including traditional tavernas, modern restaurants, cosy bars, ‘ouzeris’, cafés, and old-style coffee houses with a vintage feel. No matter what one's preferences are, they can find something to suit their taste in Heraklion.

Heraklion is a great destination for history enthusiasts. Visitors can explore the Palace of Knossos, the Heraklion Archaeological Museum, and the Historical Museum of Crete. They can also take a walk along the Venetian walls and visit the tomb of Kazantzakis, which bears the inscription ‘I hope for nothing, I fear nothing, I am free.

Photo by Marina Vernicos