The best fashion and gift stores Héraklion

Cretan tradition is dominated by song and music. The sound of the Cretan lyre and the lute have accompanied folk songs and dances for a long time. Nowadays, Cretan musicians take up many of these songs and continue the tradition with new compositions. Cretaphon participates in its own way in the perpetuation and dissemination of Cretan music: you will find the widest range of original CDs in brand new packaging. Real traditional Cretan music of high quality from only two euros!

The Byzantine Iconography Workshop of E. Krassagakis is a tiny historical and folklore museum in Crete. A fervent antique dealer, one of the few still to be found in Greece, a well-known auctioneer and restorer, it has real treasures to offer. One can still admire a diving uniform and scuba diving suit dating back to the beginning of the 20th century that belonged to a sponge fisherman, carpets dating back to the 19th century, chandeliers, paintings, among others. A certificate of authenticity will be delivered to you. Possibility of delivery abroad.

Small shop of colorful handcrafted pottery, a mix of Minoan models and oriental influence. Eli and her husband Nakis keep the long Cretan tradition of ceramics alive. In their small shop you can find unique objects, created by themselves on the spot or in their workshop located in Agia Galini: everyday objects or purely decorative, to please oneself or to give as a gift. The owners, very kind, are always available to answer all questions about their craft, their inspiration and their know-how.

A shop of traditional products where the welcome is in French. Large selection of organic or award-winning olive oils. You will also find an important department of cosmetic products based on natural elements such as olive oil. Handcrafted ceramics, objects carved in olive wood, wines, dried aromatic plants... An ideal shop to find Cretan gifts to bring back from your stay. The products are presented with taste and the ranges are wide enough for everyone to find what they are looking for.

For those who like to hunt or collect kitsch or original objects, Mayaba Store unveils a fairytale world, an accumulation of figurines, rag dolls, candles, light garlands, leather goods and other accessories, mostly handmade. A little Ali Baba's cave! For those who are looking for typical products, this is not where you will find your happiness, go on your way. But lovers of flea markets and second-hand clothes will be delighted to dive here for a few moments, for themselves or to bring back a small gift to relatives