Heraklion can always offer many interesting activities to its guests. Not only an acquaintance with the national culture, sightseeing, and active recreation can impress guests of the city but also amazing festivals. For example, the Summer Festival of Arts is one of the most popular events that travelers enjoy visiting. This festival starts at the beginning of June and lasts until the end of September. During the event, different landmarks of the city (Ἱερός Καθεδρικός Ναός Ἁγίου Τίτου (Agios Titos Church), Θεατρική Σκηνή Ηρακλείου (Theatrical Stage Heraklion), and the Theater of Nikos Kazantzakis) host interesting theatrical, dancing, and music performances. Visitors can also see gorgeous artworks at the exhibitions that are always open for the event.
At the beginning of August, four days are dedicated to music, dancing, art, and cuisine. This is the time when the nearby settlement of Houdetsi hosts a colorful festival. This event is an excellent opportunity to get acquainted with the local culture, cuisine, and the traditional lifestyle of indigenous people. Tourists are always charmed by the friendly and family-like atmosphere that reigns here. The fact that the festival is free to enter makes it even more appealing.
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