Lions Square, Morosini Fountain & Venetian Loggia
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The heart of the old town. The 1628 Morosini Fountain, supported by four stone lions, is surrounded by the Venetian Loggia, the Church of St Mark and cafés, where you can try the traditional pastry bougatsa.
Lions Square is officially named Eleftherios Venizelos Square. The Morosini Fountain at its centre once supplied water to the entire city. A short distance to the north stand the rebuilt Venetian Loggia (now the city hall) and St Mark’s Cathedral (now an exhibition hall). On a corner to the east, an old shop sells cream-filled bougatsa, a local breakfast staple. The square connects the pedestrian street Dedalou with 1866 Street, making it the perfect starting point for exploring the old town.
Opening hours
Open all day
Nearby sights
- 1866 Street Market
- Church of Saint Titus
- Agios Minas Cathedral
- Historical Museum of Crete
- Heraklion Archaeological Museum
- Koules Fortress (Rocca a Mare)
- Venetian Walls & Tomb of Nikos Kazantzakis
- Natural History Museum of Crete