Heraklion is a regional unit on the island Crete in Greece. Cities Northern Coast Heraklion 📍 (Greek: Ηράκλειον) — the largest city with the archaeological highlight Knossos. Chersonissos 📍 (Greek: Χερσόνησος) — Also known as Hersonissos is a blissful harbour town in winter and party capital of Crete in summer. Malia 📍 (Greek: Μάλια) — crowded tourist mecca popular mostly with young, especially British, visitors. Southern Coast Matala 📍 (Greek: Μάταλα) — A popular tourist destination discovered by the Hippies longtime ago. Kali Limenes 📍 (Greek: Καλοί Λιμένες) — A bunkering spot for ships. Lentas 📍 (Greek: Λέντας) — A small seaside resort whose beaches are suitable for camping and naturism. Other destinations Knossos 📍 (Greek: Κνωσός) — The most visited archaeological site in Crete associated with the myth of Theseus and the Minotaur. Phaistos 📍 (Greek: Φαιστός) — One of the most important centres of Minoan civilization Tsoutsouros 📍 (Greek: Τσούτσουρος) — A cute fisherman's hamlet located on the southern coast Understand Get in Get around See Epano Vatheia — the old church of Saint Antony, with remains of murals. Do Eat Drink Stay safe Go next