Phaistos

Phaistos

Location  Tymbaki, 63 km southwest of Heraklion History Inhabited from the Neolithic period to the Minoan palaces era Palaces The first palace was built in…

Heraklion Archaeological Areas

Αncient Gortys

Location 45 km south of Heraklion, next to the settlement of Agioi Deka Sights Roman Odeon, Great Inscription, Church of the Virgin Mary, Roman sculptures,…

Heraklion Archaeological Areas

Vorizia

Location 53 km from Heraklion, on the southern slopes of Mount Psiloritis Attractions The Monastery of Varsamonero, dating back to the 18th century, is…

Heraklion Towns and villages

Kommos

Location 70 km southwest of Heraklion Historical significance Ruins of the ancient port of Phaistos Attractions Archaeological site and protected…

Heraklion Beaches

Kalamaki

Location 67 km south of Heraklion Beach The largest beach in southern Crete (2.5 km) with coarse sand and a rocky seabed Activities Ideal for water…

Heraklion Beaches Towns and villages

Kaliviani monastery

Location 60 km on the Heraklion-Tympaki road Altitude 80 m. Central Church A three-aisled church dedicated to the Nativity, Annunciation, and Dormition…

Heraklion Monasteries