Lion Square in the heart of the city of Heraklion. Officially, it is called the "Eleftherios Venizelos Square" in honor of the famous Greek politician, but the name did not stick with locals. Lion Square - the busiest and one of the most important parts of the city, life rages here 24 hours a day.

The highlight of the square is the famous Venetian fountain Morosini, built in the 17th century. Since there were no sources of Heraklion, the inhabitants used wells and rainwater. Construction of the fountain solved the problem of providing the city with drinking water (up to 1000 barrels per day). Water supply has been organized through the 15-kilometers-an aqueduct from a source in the mountains Giouchtas. The works lasted 14 months and 25 April 1628, the day of St. Mark (the patron of Venice), the fountain was opened.

Pool fountain stands on a circular base and has the shape of a flower of eight petals. In the center sitting on a pedestal of four marble lions from their mouth water flows. Earlier in the upper part of the fountain was placed a marble statue of Poseidon with a trident (the masterpiece by local artist), but it is, unfortunately, not been preserved to our days. Pool fountain sculptures decorated with scenes from Greek mythology. Once at the site of the fountain was a Roman sculpture of Neptune.

Historical sources say that in the period of Arab domination (9-10 century) Lion Square was the largest slave market in the eastern Mediterranean. In the Byzantine period (10-13 century) there was the seat of the Byzantine governor of Heraklion. In the 13-17 centuries in the area located the Palazzo Ducale in Venice where the Duke and his two counselors decide the fate of Heraklion and its inhabitants. Opposite the palace is the granary. After the conquest by the Turks in the island "Palazzo Ducale" located Vizier and his retinue.

Today the square is full of cafes and restaurants where you can relax. A lot of shops and souvenir shops will please guests interested in shopping.