Heraklion’s Chartodiadromes tours return, starting with Arkadi Monastery in Rethymno, plus stops at Eleutherna Museum and Margarites village.
Crete
Heraklion Launches €3M Green Maintenance Tender
The Municipality of Heraklion approved a €3M tender for the upkeep and expansion of public green spaces from 2026 to 2027, covering parks, schools, cemeteries, and even the Venetian Walls.
Kriti Olive Oil From Crete Gains EU PGI Recognition
The European Commission officially granted PGI status to Kriti olive oil in recognition of Crete’s climate, traditions, and legacy.
Heraklion Hotel Workers Push for Extended Unemployment Fund
Heraklion hotel workers pressed the Ministry of Labour for an immediate extension of the unemployment fund, rejecting delays and excuses.
Pomegranates and Their Role in Cretan New Year Traditions
The Fruit of Autumn That Carries Into the New Year As autumn deepens in Crete, pomegranates spill into view everywhere—piled high at markets, gleaming in baskets on doorsteps, and heavy on the branches of garden trees. Their ruby seeds seem almost designed for ritual: bright, abundant, and messy in a way that speaks of life […]
Agios Nikolaos Hosts Three-Day Pottery Event at Former Courthouse
From September 12–14, 2025, professional potters present live demonstrations of the art of wheel-thrown ceramics at the former courthouse in Agios Nikolaos.
Mosquitoes Take Over Crete Despite 2025 Control Program
Despite a March 2025 launch of Crete’s mosquito control program—including spraying, monitoring, and the “Mosquito Vision” app—residents now report an invasion.
The Heraklion Digital Transformation Enters Its Final Stage
Heraklion approved a €611,940 project to overhaul municipal operations, promising streamlined services, transparency, and digital interaction with citizens.
Heraklion Launches Followgreen ‘Recycling Backpack’ Mission with Cash Prizes for Students
Heraklion’s Followgreen platform unveiled a new “Green Mission” urging students to recycle old school supplies—with the chance to win a €250 voucher.
Heraklion Coordinates Pan-European Sustainable Tourism Network
Heraklion hosted a pan-European meeting on sustainable tourism. The city, as “Action Leader,” promises guidance on certifications, SMEs, and policy links.
Krasi Plans a Cultural Makeover
Krasi plans a cultural makeover for the ancient plane tree, the House of Literature, and the Polykentro, aiming to become a vibrant hub.
Tzitziki Cicadas Create Crete’s Loudest Summer Soundtrack
Crete’s tzitziki cicadas once again dominate the island’s soundscape—loved, hated, and impossible to ignore, they remain the true anthem of Greek summer.
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