What to do in Ayios Thomas

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Ayios Thomas Tourist Attractions & Activities

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1. Heraklion Port

Head down to Heraklion Port to take in the ancient fortifications and the lively marine activities of this historic harbour city. Admire ruined walls that were built over 400 years ago and dine on local cuisine at a laid-back waterside café. Whether you are taking a stroll or riding a ferry out of town, enjoy the picturesque vision of colourful boats bobbing against the backdrop of ancient ruins.
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Heraklion Port which includes a marina

2. Palace of Knossos

The Palace of Knossos was significant in ancient Greek mythology and is one of the great sites in Cretan history. Explore this captivating palace and delve into the countless great stories associated with the old Minoan capital. Once an icon of Crete’s great Bronze Age civilisation, this monument is now an engrossing archaeological site.
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This stunning archaeological site is one of the world’s most important records of Minoan civilisation and it may well be the oldest city in Europe.

3. Heraklion Archaeological Museum

Immerse yourself in the fascinating early history of Crete at the Heraklion Archaeological Museum. Widely acknowledged as one of Europe’s most important museums, this institution is home to a vast collection of artefacts representing thousands of years of Cretan life. Start in the Neolithic period and follow a journey in time through local history, making sure to spend time in the world-class exhibit on the Minoan period.
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Heraklion Archaeological Museum featuring street scenes

4. Historical Museum of Crete

Delve into this ancient city’s engrossing past at the Historical Museum of Crete, a well-equipped modern museum with a truly impressive historical range. See two El Greco originals as well as the recreated writing room of Nikos Kazantzakis, a literary legend in Greece. Investigate a scale model of the Heraklion of yore and learn about Crete’s many different eras, from Neolithic settlements to the battle for independence and beyond.
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Historical Museum of Crete which includes street scenes

5. Koules Fortress

Proud and robust, the Koules Fortress is an icon of the city. Explore this ancient fort on a harbour that has needed defending since the 10th century. Imagine taking part in the guarding of Heraklion, a city greatly coveted throughout its long and dramatic history. Inspect the soldiers’ barracks and prison, peruse Venetian marble reliefs and look out across the harbour as the city’s defenders would have done 500 hundred years before.
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Koules Fortress showing heritage architecture and château or palace

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