For an unique history lesson, visit the crumbling remnants of Lustral Basin and imagine how it must have looked in its prime.
You'll soon find out why this Heraklion once-important structure is popular with travelers. If you're looking for other things to see here, Palace of Knossos, Heraklion Archaeological Museum, and Natural History Museum of Crete are in the area as well. They won't take you long to get to from Lustral Basin.