Heraklion villages

Visit Archanes for a Sampling of Sacred Cretan Village Life

2019-11-07 by Phil Butler

One of Crete’s most idyllic and picturesque villages, Archanes is a manmade wonder in the middle of an Eden-like natural paradise.

Monument on Papoura Hill Controversy

2025-07-17 By Kostas Raptis

SYRIZA MP for Heraklion, Haris Mamoulakis, challenges the government on the controversial radar installation at Papoura Hill, citing local unrest and risks to the Minoan monument.

German Tourists Win Refund After Mice Ruin Crete Hotel Stay

2025-07-17 By Kostas Raptis

A dream holiday on Crete ended up with more squeaks than Greek sunsets for a family of German tourists. Looking forward to a relaxing break, they shelled out 5,326 euros for a two-week stay at a local hotel. Their expectation of peace was shattered the very first night when rodents in the walls set up […]