Top 7 things to do in Crete 1. The pure beauty of the Samaria Gorge. It is the largest in Europe and you should definitely visit it.
2.Κnossos’s Palace is 5 km from Heraklion. It is the most popular archaeological site in Crete.
3. Τhe Archaeological Museum, which is located in Heraklion. It is one of the most important of the country.
4. The beautiful beaches are everywhere on the island, but far apart is Elafonisi. It is known for the pink and white sand!!!
5. Spinalonga is close to Elounda. Ιt is Known as the island of leprosy and it will offer you a unique experience.
6. The lagoon Balos is extremely impressive. The white sand with turquoise waters is one of the most photographed places in Greece.
7. On the Lassithi plateau, near the village of Cold,there is the cave where Zeus was born and raised, according to the mythology.