Capital of Crete and one of the largest cities in Greece, Heraklion is a beautiful city and is one of the most popular tourist destinations in Greece. Owing to its shipping port and Heraklion International Airport, traveling to mainland Greece from this island city is quite easy. The many museums like Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Natural History Museum, Historical Museum of Crete and Lychnostatis Open Air Museum are a must-visit while in the city if you are curious to learn about the historical facts of Heraklion and Crete. The Koules Fortress, Agios Minas Cathedral, Morosini Lions Fountain and Fortifications of Heraklion stand strong as the symbols of the city's history and culture and continue to be visited by tourists from across the globe in large numbers. Heraklion is a must-visit while in Greece to experience the best of everything that the country has to offer.
