Sightseeing In Crete

If you are planning on a vacation in Crete, there are some sights you simply can’t miss. There are many worthy sights to see on Crete, and a lot of historical interest. If you find yourself going to Crete, you must simply see the following places.

The Minoan ruins around the island of Crete are truly an exceptional and rare sight. There are many different sites throughout the island. One of the most popular and breathtaking is the Palace of Knossos, in Heraklion. While the original palace was built in approximately 2,000 BC, it was subsequently destroyed and rebuilt in even grander fashion. It is this massive palace that remains and can be visited and walked around.

There are many other Minoan ruin sites around Crete and there are also several museums that contain many artifacts, art collections and information about this ancient civilization. Among these are the Historical Museum of Crete and the Archaeological Museum. The Historical Museum of Crete covers the more recent history of the island and includes many art displays, while the Archaeological Museum, as you can imagine, includes many artifacts of the ancient Minoans. The Archaeological Museum is located in Heraklion, very close to the Palace of Knossos.

One of the largest castles on Crete is to be found in Rethymno, which is also home to an annual Wine Festival in July; other intersting festivals are held in the town as well. If you’re interested in attending the Wine Festival however. be sure to book ahead; it can be hard to find lodging during this very popular event.

Don’t miss Lake Voulismeni. Located near Agios Nikolaos, you can get a real feel for the culture of Crete here, as well as seeing Bronze Age ruins.

Last, and smallest, but certainly not least is the town of Sitia. The eastern part of town, along the waterfront is the Kazarma, a fortress once occupied by the Venetians. The E75 runs by Sitia, making it an easy destination to get to.

If you are planning a Crete holiday, these cities should all be on your list. Each has different historical sites and cultural attractions. There is a lot going on in these cities, and you’ll want to take advantage of them while on a Crete holiday.