Sights in Heraklion

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Ruins in Heraklion

The Palace of Knossos

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Knossos Palace is just five kilometers away from Iraklion, and it was the cradle of European civilization. According to Greek myth

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Historical Monuments in Heraklion

Heraklion Fortress

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The Heraklion Venetian fortress dominates the port capital of the island of Crete. Since the 15th century the city has been domina

Historical Monuments in Heraklion

Heraklion

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In the centre of the island of Crete you will find Iraklion. It boasts both Turkish and Venetian monuments as well a very importan

Churches in Heraklion

Agios Titos Church

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Walking around Crete offers a chance to learn about the past, with history on display in every corner. It seems incredible that so

Historical Monuments in Heraklion

Knossos Aqueduct

Five km from Heraklion, near the Palace of Knossos lies a place with an aqueduct, where families can go walking with their childre

Cathedrals in Heraklion

Agios Minas Cathedral

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Squares in Heraklion

Eleftherias Square (Freedom Square)

This is one of the largest squares in downtown Heraklion, home to plenty of restaurants, bars and hotels. You can take a taxi or c

Churches in Heraklion

Agios Ioannis Church in Anogia

Another small church - the doors weren't open, but the windows were. We took a look inside and admired the well-preserved frescoes

Historical Monuments in Heraklion

Phaistos Archaeological Site

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The setting of this Minoan archaeological site is fantastic. Great views across to Mount Ida and surrounded by olive groves. The i

Churches in Heraklion

Vrondissi

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Monasteries usually, if not always, have incredible locations. Vrondissi, for example, is the perfect spot for a picnic in the mou

Palaces in Heraklion

Phaistos Palace

Knossos is connected with another major Minoan archaeological site on Crete, namely Phaistos. It was excavated by the Italian arch

Churches in Heraklion

Church of St. Mark

Squares in Heraklion

Lions Square

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Historical Monuments in Heraklion

Venetian Loggia

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Historical Monuments in Heraklion

Fountain Bembo

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Activities in Heraklion

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From Heraklion: Spinalonga, Plaka, Agios Nikolaos, & Elounda

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$32.20

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Crete: Hiking Tour in Samaria Gorge

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$36.80

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Crete: Land Rover Safari on Minoan Route

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$86.47

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Heraklion: Cretan Wine Tasting Tour & Gourmet Lunch

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$151.78

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From Crete: Santorini Full-Day Tour by Boat

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$160.98