Heraklion
The city of Heraklion or Iraklion is considered a most attractive Mediterranean
capital with a variety of cultural and commercial events to offer to its
residents and international guests. It has always been the business and social
centre of Crete throughout its rich history.
Heraklion's International Airport, Nikos Kazantzakis, named after the native
Cretan Greek writer and philosopher, along with Heraklion's shipping port and
ferry dock welcome millions of visitors, Greek and international, every year.
During the summer season, traffic is intense as both the harbor and the airport
receive visitors and give further access to a multitude of destinations
including mainland Greece, Greek islands, Cyprus, Egypt and Europe.
Heraklion plays host to many international conventions, important cultural and
sporting events because of its large hotel and
convention
infrastructure. It is a city where warm hospitality, rich architecture, culture,
leisure conveniences and urban nightlife have successfully intertwined
to provide every visitor with a sincere Cretan stay. Visitors can take
advantage of the variety of
sights they could see and experience in and
around the prefecture of Heraklion by investing some quality time with their
loved ones and going on a tour, cultural or nature, to see
this splendid island of Crete. For the independent visitor who doesn't
want structured itineraries,
exclusive tours
can be arranged to fit their requests or
fine car hire can be arranged to ensure a visitor a
sound and comfortable ride on the coastal and inland roads.
Heraklion awaits to welcome all its guests and the Cretan people await to
invite you to a bit of warm hospitality where music, food and drink are always
on hand.
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