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Best Bookstores and Libraries in Crete

By Betsy Burlingame

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Summary: What are the best bookstores and libraries in Crete? In this article we highlight the best bookstores and libraries in Crete.

Politeia Bookstore

Politeia is a well-known bookstore chain in Greece, offering a wide selection of books in various languages, including English and Greek, as well as stationery and gifts.

Website: www.politeianet.gr
Address: 1821 Street 32, Heraklion 712 02, Crete, Greece

Evripidis Bookstore

Evripidis is a local bookstore in Crete that provides a variety of books, including literature, educational texts, and children's books, with a friendly and knowledgeable staff.

Address: Dedalou 4, Heraklion 712 02, Crete, Greece

Bookshop HONDOS CENTER

HONDOS CENTER is a department store with a dedicated bookshop section, offering a range of bestsellers, magazines, and stationery.

Website: www.hondoscenter.com
Address: 1866 Square, Heraklion 712 02, Crete, Greece

Protoporia Bookstore

Protoporia is a bookstore that specializes in academic and educational books, providing resources for students and professionals alike.

Website: www.protoporia.gr
Address: Koroneou 9, Heraklion 712 02, Crete, Greece

Public Heraklion

Public is a large retail chain in Greece that offers a wide range of books, electronics, music, and more, with a spacious bookstore section.

Website: www.public.gr
Address: 25th August Street 46, Heraklion 712 02, Crete, Greece

Vikelaia Municipal Library

Vikelaia Municipal Library is the main public library of Heraklion, offering a vast collection of books, periodicals, and digital resources, as well as cultural events.

Website: www.vikelaia.gr
Address: Agiou Titou 1, Heraklion 712 02, Crete, Greece

University of Crete Library

The University of Crete Library serves the academic community, with extensive collections and resources in various fields of study.

Website: www.lib.uoc.gr
Address: University Campus, Gallos, Rethymno 741 00, Crete, Greece

Chania Municipal Library

Chania Municipal Library is a public library that provides access to a wide range of books and multimedia materials, as well as hosting cultural events and activities.

Address: 40 Eleftherios Venizelos Street, Chania 731 32, Crete, Greece

Rethymno Public Library

Rethymno Public Library offers a collection of books and resources for the local community, with a focus on Cretan history and culture.

Address: Vernardou 10, Rethymno 741 00, Crete, Greece

Lasithi Prefectural Library

Lasithi Prefectural Library serves the eastern region of Crete, providing educational and recreational reading materials to the public.

Address: 2nd km Ierapetra - Agios Nikolaos, Ierapetra 722 00, Crete, Greece

About the Author

Betsy Burlingame Betsy Burlingame is the Founder and President of Expat Exchange and is one of the Founders of Digital Nomad Exchange. She launched Expat Exchange in 1997 as her Master's thesis project at NYU. Prior to Expat Exchange, Betsy worked at AT&T in International and Mass Market Marketing. She graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a BA in International Business and German.

Some of Betsy's articles include 12 Best Places to Live in Portugal, 7 Best Places to Live in Panama and 12 Things to Know Before Moving to the Dominican Republic. Betsy loves to travel and spend time with her family. Connect with Betsy on LinkedIn.


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