Heraklion - Wikipedia
WEBHeraklion or Herakleion (/ h ɪ ˈ r æ k l i ə n / hih-RAK-lee-ən; Greek: Ηράκλειο, Irákleio, pronounced), sometimes Iraklion, is the largest city and the administrative capital of the island of Crete and capital of Heraklion regional unit.
Heraklion Crete – Complete Travel Guide | Discover Greece
WEB17°. WED. 19°. Heraklion lives up to its status as the capital of Crete, offering a wealth of holiday fun, archaeological treasures, wonderful Cretan food and a wide selection of beaches. Heraklion is a multifaceted seaside city in …
15 Best Things to Do in Heraklion (Greece) - The Crazy Tourist
WEBJan 26, 2020 · The capital of Crete, Heraklion is a port with a long and compelling story to tell. Over the centuries the city has been controlled by the Byzantines, Moors, Venetians and Ottomans before joining modern Greece in the 20th century.
Heraklion Greece: Travel Guide 2024 | Greeka
WEBHeraklion is the most popular region of Crete and is located on the eastern side of the island, between Rethymno and Lassithi. Its beautiful capital, Heraklion Town, is one of the busiest cities in Crete. In the Heraklion region, you will find two of the most important Crete monuments: Knossos Palace & Phaistos Palace.
THE 15 BEST Things to Do in Heraklion - Tripadvisor
WEBThings to Do in Heraklion, Greece - Heraklion Attractions. Explore popular experiences. See what other travelers like to do, based on ratings and number of bookings. See All. Day Trips (190) Day Cruises (39) Historic Sites (9) Half-day Tours (82) Sailing (27) Shopping Malls (6) Walking Tours (63) Nature and Wildlife Tours (75)
Heraklion - Visit Greece
WEBThe cradle of the Minoan civilisation. Heraklion is the largest city of Crete and one of Greece’s major urban centres. The city flourished under a multicultural influence throughout the centuries; that’s why there is a plethora of Byzantine, Venetian and Ottoman structures to …
19 Top-Rated Attractions & Things to Do in Heraklion
WEBDec 27, 2023 · 1. The Palace of Knossos. 2. Old Town. 3. Koules Fortress. 4. Heraklion Archaeological Museum. 5. Natural History Museum of Crete. 6. Cathedral of St. Minas. 7. Historical Museum of Crete. 8. Agios Titos Church. 9. Morosini Fountain in Lion Square. 10. Loggia (Town Hall) 11. Walking along the Waterfront. 12. Shopping in the Old Town. 13.
12 Best Things to Do in Heraklion in Crete (2024)
WEBApr 19, 2024 · Fast Facts for Heraklion. 1. Explore Heraklion Town – North Heraklion. 2. Venetian Fortress or Koules. 3. Heraklion Archaeological Museum. 4. Visit Kazantzakis' Tomb. 5. Ammoudara Beach in Heraklion in Crete. 6. Sail to Dia Island from Heraklion. 7. Knossos, a Minoan Era Palace. 8. Chersonissos, Stalida, Malia Villages. 9.
A walking tour of Heraklion town in Crete | Discover Greece
WEBAll year round. OVERVIEW. Heraklion is one of the most popular holiday destinations in Greece – and rightly so as it offers a multitude of beaches, tourist resorts and historical sights, as well as the outstanding food and hospitality that …
Heraklion – Travel guide at Wikivoyage
WEBHeraklion ( Greek: Ηράκλειον, Irákleio) or Iraklio is the major city and capital of Crete, the largest of the Greek islands. Its archaeological museum holds the remains of the 4000-year-old Minoan civilization, which centred on the nearby …
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