Greece, a country with a known historical and cultural life that spans 3,000 years, not to mention prehistoric and ages lost in the mist of legend and mythology, has naturally many museums where the relics of these past period which came to light are kept. Except for the Archaeological Museum of Athens, which has the largest collection of ancient sculptures, frescoes, mosaics, coins and jewels, many Greek cities and small towns have their own archaeological museums, housing finds within their areas. Some of the most interesting museums are the following:

The Archaeological Museum of Heraklion, Crete:

It houses the most important collection of Minoan civilization items, including frescoes from ancient palaces, sculptures and other archaeological fins from Knossos, Archanes and Gortyna, in Crete.
The museum is open Mondays from 12.00 to 19.00 hours, and Tuesdays through Sundays from 08.00 to 19.00 hours. Admission: 1,500 drachmas (E. 4.40). For senior citizens and European Union students, 800 drachmas (E. 2.35) European Students free...