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Dia Island is a small island, only 5 km long and 3 km wide, which is located not far from the capital of Crete, Heraklion, in the center of the northern coast of the island. Its small size allows visitors to explore the island in one day. Lovers of history and the beauty of nature willingly go on an excursion to this charming island to learn a lot of interesting things and enjoy the sea, sun and magnificent landscapes. The island of Dia is a great day trip from Heraklion and its surrounding areas. You can go on this fascinating excursion both from the port of Heraklion, and from the ports of Gouves and Hersonissos. This is one of the fantastic destinations within easy reach, so be sure to include this trip in your holiday plan in Crete. #bucketlistreboot #greece

#summerdestinations This summer, I spent some time at Heraklion Port in Crete, and it was a wonderful experience. Located in the heart of Heraklion, the port is free to explore, and it offers a mix of history, culture, and stunning sea views. I loved walking along the Venetian Walls and visiting the Koules Fortress, which stands proudly at the entrance to the port. The fortress, with its thick stone walls and sweeping views of the Aegean Sea, is a must-see and costs only €4 to enter. The area around the port is bustling with activity, from fishing boats to ferries heading to other Greek islands. There are also plenty of cafes and tavernas nearby where you can enjoy fresh seafood with a view. After exploring the port, I wandered through Heraklion's old town, visiting the vibrant markets and historical sites like the nearby Knossos Palace. Heraklion Port is the perfect spot to soak up the local vibe and enjoy some of Crete's rich history. #HeraklionPort #Crete #VenetianFortress #SummerInGreece #ExploreHeraklion #GreekIslands #SeaViews #TravelGreece #CretanCulture #IslandLife

Getting There - by bus number 1 it is only about 15 minutes from the airport! to Heraklion! ticket is Euro 1.10. there is also a day ticket for unlimited trips on all routes for only 5 Euros Attractions - Venetian Wall, Old Town, Fort, Knossos archaeological sight, Tito’s church Hotels - Castello City Hotel 4* Euro 46 including breakfast on 5th floor with a wonderful view over the city and the deep blue Mediterranean sea Food & Restaurants - try gyros which is chicken meat, onions, tomatoes, cucumber on a yoghurt sauce at any Greek restaurants in the city center Shopping - in the old town there are many souvenir shops

Location: Heraklion on the island of Crete in Greece. This is a beautiful holiday island in southern Greece in the south east of Europe. Heraklion has many modern affordable hotels to stay at. There are many beaches to relax, an old town for shopping and a really nice harbour to enjoy the summer breeze and boats. You can also take a day trip to the well known Santorini island. #heraklion #crete #greece

This magnificent museum is one of the largest and most important in all of Greece. The two-story renovated building from the 1930s, which was awarded the international Bauhaus Prize, houses priceless artefacts spanning 5,500 years of the island's history, from the Neolithic and Minoan periods to Roman domination. Rooms are marked with different colors, and showcases with exhibits are arranged both in chronological and thematic order with descriptions in English. A visit to this museum will greatly enhance your knowledge of the rich history of Crete. I highly recommend. Address: Archaeological Museum, Heraklion, Greece. #bucketlistreboot #greece #museumquest

After six years of restoration, the symbol of Heraklion was reopened in August 2016. The symbol is the fortress-museum of the 16th century, which the Venetians called Rocca al Mare.The exposition of the museum tells about the history of the building and milestones in the history of the city. The collection of exhibits includes ancient amphoras, Venetian cannons and other finds found by Jacques Cousteau in 1976 near the island of Dia. The special atmosphere of the fortress is given by the subdued light penetrating through the old cannon holes. Address: Koules Fortress, Heraklion 712 02, Greece. #bucketlistreboot #greece