Building started at 515 BC by Pisistratos, but it was completed finally at 129AD by the Roman Emperor Adrian.
Visit the sanctuary late afternoon, after 5.30, to have the best light and less people... On some days, you can almost be on your own to savour this world heritage wonder...
The archaeological site of Knossos is sited 5 km southeast of the city of Iraklion. Between 1.700-1.450 BC, the Minoan civilisation was at its peak and Knossos was the most important city-state.
This wonderful, old-fashioned dairy bar is an urban fixture. Must-trys include loukoumades (deep-fried pastries with honey) and the sheep's milk yogurt served with honey and walnuts. Read more.
Possibly the best place in Athens for a traditional Greek coffee. An absolute joy. Watch the world go by in the market quarter.
Our favorite place in town for savory pies. We recommend the kourou pies made with a yogurt and butter filo dough and filled with feta, but the other offerings are also delicious. Read more.
Most definitely try tiny donuts with biscuit filled ice-cream! Will absolutely blow your mind and your taste buds. The staff is friendly.
