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.
15 Best Things to Do in Heraklion (Greece) - The Crazy Tourist
WEBJan 26, 2020 · 1. Knossos. Source: Timofeev Vladimir / shutterstock. Knossos Palace. At semi-mythical Knossos is a Bronze Age city and palace built by the Minoan civilisation. The site has been inhabited for around 9,000 years and reached its zenith about 2000 BC when the palace was built.
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WEBThings to Do in Heraklion, Greece: See Tripadvisor's 114,437 traveler reviews and photos of Heraklion tourist attractions. Find what to do today, this weekend, or in May. We have reviews of the best places to see in Heraklion. Visit top-rated & must-see attractions.
Heraklion, Greece: All You Must Know Before You Go (2024) - Tripadvisor
WEBWhat is Heraklion known for? What is there to do in Heraklion? When is the cheapest time to visit Heraklion? Heraklion Tourism: Tripadvisor has 114,360 reviews of Heraklion Hotels, Attractions, and Restaurants making it your best Heraklion resource.
Heraklion Greece: Travel Guide 2024 | Greeka
WEBFind out everything about your holidays in Heraklion on our guide! Discover the best things to do, fantastic beaches, top hotels, and restaurants, as well as a wide selection of breathtaking photos! You can reach Heraklion easily by plane from Athens airport & abroad, or by ferry from Athens.
Heraklion Crete – Complete Travel Guide | Discover Greece
WEB19°. 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 Crete that embraces both past and present.
Heraklion - Visit Greece
WEBCrete. Heraklion. The 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 look out for!
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.
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 palace of Knossos, with its Minotaur legend.
46 Heraklion Sights & Attractions | Greeka
WEBThings to do. Sights. Heraklion Sights & Attractions. The Minoan Palace of Knossos. Discover it! ©Greeka.com. The region of Heraklion on the eastern side of Crete has many developed tourist resorts, including Matala, Malia, and Hersonissos.
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