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Excursion to Imbros Gorge & Frangokastelo from Heraklion & Surrounding Areas
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Did you know? Heraklion, Crete
Heraklion is home to the Palace of Knossos, Europe's oldest palace complex (circa 1700 BCE), where the legendary Minotaur maze myth originated.
The city was renamed from Candia to Heraklion in 1923, though Venetian and Ottoman rule left architectural marks still visible in the old town today.
Heraklion's Venetian fortress, Koules, successfully defended the city for 22 years during the final Ottoman siege (1645–1669), one of history's longest.
The Heraklion Archaeological Museum houses the world's finest collection of Minoan artifacts, including the famous Phaistos Disc and frescoes from Knossos.
Crete's signature Cretan diet—featuring olive oil, wild greens, and local cheeses—has been linked to exceptional longevity rates among residents.
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