Greece Gardens & parks + Religious pictures

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Olive and cypress trees grow and geraniums flower on windowsills in this tranquil coastal town, which boasts a beach and a fascinating archaeological cave.

Become an amateur archaeologist in this multilayered seaside city, which features Turkish mosques, Venetian palaces, Greek acropolises and Mycenaean ruins.

Visit the building blocks of Western civilization, swim and sunbathe on beautiful Mediterranean islands and enjoy the lively nightlife scene.

Stroll along forest trails, swim in a freshwater lake and follow the routes taken by natural springs at this scenic spot close to the island’s east coast.

One of the most important Venetian monuments in Heraklion, this former cathedral now houses the city’s Municipal Art Gallery.

Step away from the crowds and visit this grand cathedral, seen by many as a symbol of the Cretan revolution.

Don’t miss this ornate fountain in Heraklion’s central square, which once brought daily drinking water to thousands of inhabitants.

Stroll along forest trails, swim in a freshwater lake and follow the routes taken by natural springs at this scenic spot close to the island’s east coast.

Admire the towers, gates and courtyard of this striking looking medieval building, then tour rooms filled with art and antiques.

Visit the building blocks of Western civilization, swim and sunbathe on beautiful Mediterranean islands and enjoy the lively nightlife scene.

Dedicated to the patron saint of Crete, this Byzantine church has been renovated and repurposed by some of the world\'s greatest historical empires.

Don’t miss this ornate fountain in Heraklion’s central square, which once brought daily drinking water to thousands of inhabitants.

This island town impresses with magnificent Roman and Ottoman ruins, Hellenistic artifacts and medieval architecture.

One of the most important Venetian monuments in Heraklion, this former cathedral now houses the city’s Municipal Art Gallery.

Dedicated to the patron saint of Crete, this Byzantine church has been renovated and repurposed by some of the world\'s greatest historical empires.

Swim, sunbathe and surf on a delightful beach, close to the capital of the island of Kos. Then soothe your body in the nearby hot springs.

Climb the steps that lead to this hilltop monastery to enjoy magnificent coastal views and see a religious icon believed to grant fertility. 

Situated by the water’s edge in Chania’s Venetian Port is a 17th-century multi-domed mosque that now serves as a venue for art exhibitions.

Step away from the crowds and visit this grand cathedral, seen by many as a symbol of the Cretan revolution.

Climb the steps that lead to this hilltop monastery to enjoy magnificent coastal views and see a religious icon believed to grant fertility. 

Stroll along forest trails, swim in a freshwater lake and follow the routes taken by natural springs at this scenic spot close to the island’s east coast.

Dedicated to the patron saint of Crete, this Byzantine church has been renovated and repurposed by some of the world\'s greatest historical empires.

Don’t miss this ornate fountain in Heraklion’s central square, which once brought daily drinking water to thousands of inhabitants.

Step away from the crowds and visit this grand cathedral, seen by many as a symbol of the Cretan revolution.