Heraklion

A part of the earliest civilizations and continuing its proud heritage today, Heraklion is still the bustling port city is was 3,000 years ago. With ancient ruins and many Greek vineyards, Iraklio (as it is known to the locals) continues to teem with picturesque cafes, specialty boutiques, and myriad of ferries passing through and reflect its diverse past. Meander along its streets to discover the deeply hidden beauty of Greece's fifth largest city.