Dinosauria Park is located in GOURNES on the Old US Base. The park’s facilities host over 50 different species of dinosaurs, statues and robotic exhibits, on a route that takes the visitor from the present to prehistory and the imposing world of dinosaurs. During his walk through the park the visitor will pass by the fossil museum, the time machine, the dinosaur hospital and the special excavation sites. In addition, the visitor has the opportunity to watch augmented reality films in the specially configured 5D Cinema and also in the simulators with VR masks. There is also a large, outdoor certified (TUV) playground for more carefree time, as well as a well-organized snack bar/restaurant. Finally, the little visitors at the park can buy all kinds of educational toys that they will find in the shop before leaving. So every visitor has the opportunity to spend an interactive and fun day for him and his whole family!

THE MOST FAMOUS MYTHS In the park, you will get to know the ancient Greek myths. The special lighting and sound effects, in combination with the audio tour, make the tour in the park very enjoyable, even for small children. Visitors feel that they are wandering from the dark tunnels of the labyrinth to the bright Greek temples. You will have the chance to learn about 4 eras of Greek history and myths. Starting from the Minoans and ancient Athens to Byzantium and the folklore tradition of the Lassithi Plateau in the late 1960s.

Your adventure starts at the mythological Cave of Zeus on the Lassithi Plateau. This is where Zeus was born, according to legend, and it used to be a sacred place of worship in ancient times. Today, you can explore its vast chambers and check out the stalactites and stalagmites with your guide. This is a super experience for both young and old and one you will remember long after you leave.

A shelter of nature and Cretan Tradition Lasinthos offers numerous interactive activities and attractions. The main goal of the park is to revive techniques of Cretan traditional art. Around a scenic square you can find spots where artisans are sharing their knowledge and skills with you. Doing so, you will watch artisans, who enjoy giving out their knowledge, manufacture traditional woven, clay pots and much more. Guests will have the chance to taste olive oil, Cretan wine and “raki” – the traditional spirit of Crete. The whole visit can combine culture and taste, fun, action and pleasure.

Enjoying lunch at one of the best local taverns at Lasithi Plateau. Four-course meal with great local delicacies and wine.

In the Megali Vryssi square in village Krasi, province Pediada, near Malia, there are three plane trees, the trademarks of the village. The most important of them is the great platan in the centre of the square, which is considered to be the oldest and most majestic of the plane trees in Crete and one of the oldest in Greece. The perimeter of the trunk is about 24 metres and its age is estimated at 2400 years, as it is said that each metre of the perimeter represents 100 years of growth. It is bulky, has huge branches and dense foliage covering the entire square. Next to the tree there are two springs that have crystal clear water throughout the year. The plane tree over its long history has witnessed countless events. It was the centre of the social and intellectual life of the area. It is known that Nikos Kazantzakis, the most famous Greek writer, spent several summers of the decade 1910-1920 with his friends in Krasi, the birthplace of his wife Galatia Alexiou.