Nestled near the confluence of the road from Heraklion and the coastal road of Tsoutsouras, on the site of the ancient town Inatos, lies a gateway to Crete’s mystical past – the Cave of Eileithyia. This sacred cave, now sealed by the Archaeological Service for preservation, was once a center of worship from the early geometric years to the early Read more…

Nestled within the vibrant city of Heraklion, Greece, stands a beacon of Orthodox Christianity and architectural magnificence – the Agios Minas Cathedral. Serving as the illustrious seat of the Archbishop of Crete, this cathedral is not just a place of worship but a symbol of resilience, faith, and heritage dedicated to Saint Menas, the patron saint of Heraklion. Architectural Splendor Read more…

A Step Back in Time: The Historical and Folklore Museum of Heraklion Perched along the bustling coastal road of Heraklion Town, within the embrace of a splendid neoclassical edifice dating back to 1903, lies the Historical and Folklore Museum of Heraklion. Gifted to the Society of Cretan Studies in 1952 by Andreas Kalokairinos, a figure of prominence in local circles, Read more…

Located a stone’s throw away from the vibrant port of Heraklion, on the bustling Sofokli Venizelou street, stands the Natural History Museum of Crete, a beacon of knowledge and discovery under the auspices of the University of Crete since 1980. This museum, with its comprehensive exhibitions spanning the Zoological, Botanical, Anthropological, Paleontological-Geological, and Mineralogical fields, offers a profound exploration of Read more…