HERAKLION

Housed in the impressive 15th-century Venetian mansion known as the Palazzo d’Ittar, the Kotsanas Museum of Ancient Greek Technology in Heraklion offers visitors a unique journey into the ingenuity of antiquity. Within this historic setting, the technological achievements of the ancient Greeks come alive through carefully reconstructed inventions and interactive displays. From ingenious war machines and hydraulic mechanisms to automata and early computing devices, the museum highlights the creativity and scientific spirit that shaped Western civilization. Each exhibit is designed not only to showcase the complexity of the mechanisms but also to invite visitors to interact, experiment, and discover how ideas from more than two thousand years ago still influence the world today. The blend of ancient innovation with the atmosphere of a Venetian palace creates an experience that is both educational and inspiring. Whether you are exploring as a family, visiting with a school group, or discovering it on your own, the Heraklion museum provides a rare opportunity to connect the timeless heritage of Crete with the universal language of science and technology.