Fearsome half-bull half-man creature, the birthplace of the Father of the Gods of Olympus and origin of the maiden flight of mankind – welcome to Heraklion! Once a port town of arguably the oldest city in Europe, today a bustling city with lively tavernas and traditional cafes, inviting you to savor the kind and welcoming spirit and experience its historical atmosphere.
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10 Best Things to Do in Genoa for a First Visit
Don’t let anyone tell you Genoa is just a stopover. We’ve been back three times and every visit has added another layer. The palaces, the caruggi, the focaccia at nine in the morning with an espresso standing at a bar, the way Porto Antico opens right up after the tangle of the old town. Genoa earns it.