Minoan civilization, Heraklion

Name: Minoan civilization
Address: Heraklion, Greece

#18 among attractions in Heraklion

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The Minoan civilization was a Bronze Age Aegean civilization on the island of Crete and other Aegean Islands, whose earliest beginnings were from c. 3500 BC, with the complex urban civilization beginning around 2000 BC, and then declining from c. 1450 BC until it ended around 1100 BC, during the early Greek Dark Ages. It represents the first advanced civilization in Europe, leaving behind a number of massive building complexes, sophisticated art, and writing systems. Its economy benefited from a network of trade around much of the Mediterranean. ()

Local name: Μινωικός πολιτισμός Coordinates: 35°17'53"N, 25°9'47"E

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Minoan civilization – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Knossos, Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Knossos, Koules.

~60 ftW
Palace
Knossos, Heraklion
1 min walk • Knossos, nestled in the bustling city of Heraklion on the island of Crete, Greece, is a testament to the grandeur of ancient Minoan civilization. This archaeological marvel is most famous for the legendary Palace of Knossos, which is believed to be the labyrinthine...
3.2 miNW
Museum for Cretan prehistory and history
Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Heraklion
81 min walk • The Heraklion Archaeological Museum, nestled in the vibrant city of Heraklion, Greece, is a treasure trove of Minoan art and culture. As one of the most significant and well-curated museums in Greece, it offers visitors an unparalleled glimpse into the ancient...
~50 ftSE
Palace
Knossos, Heraklion
1 min walk • Knossos, an ancient historical landmark nestled in the city of Heraklion on the island of Crete, Greece, is a testament to the grandeur of Minoan civilization. This archaeological site, the largest Bronze Age settlement on Crete, was once the ceremonial and political...
3.5 miNW
Historic fortress with sea views
Koules, Heraklion
91 min walk • Standing guard over the old harbor of Heraklion, the Koules Fortress, also known as the Rocca al Mare, is a proud emblem of Crete's storied past. This imposing structure, with its thick walls and battlements, offers visitors a glimpse into the island's Venetian...
3 miNW
Historical place, Sport, Sport venue
Nikos Kazantzakis Stadium, Heraklion
77 min walk • The Nikos Kazantzakis Stadium, nestled in the bustling city of Heraklion, Greece, is a cornerstone of sporting life for the island of Crete. This dynamic stadium is not only a hub for football enthusiasts but also serves as an emblem of local pride and community spirit.
3.7 miNW
Museum, Natural history museum, Science museum
Natural History Museum of Crete, Heraklion
94 min walk • The Natural History Museum of Crete in Heraklion, Crete is a natural history museum that operates under the auspices of the University of Crete. Its aim is the study, protection and promotion of the diverse flora and fauna of the Eastern Mediterranean region.
3.3 miNW
Square, Fountain
Lions Square, Heraklion
85 min walk • Eleftheriou Venizelou Square is a square in the city of Heraklion in Crete, named after the Cretan statesman Eleftherios Venizelos.
3.3 miNW
Sacred and religious sites, Church
Agios Minas Cathedral, Heraklion
84 min walk • The Agios Minas Cathedral is a Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Heraklion, Greece, serving as the seat of the Archbishop of Crete. Ιt is dedicated to Saint Menas the martyr and wonderworker, who is the patron saint of Heraklion.
3.5 miNW
Historical museum of Crete with a cafe
Historical Museum of Crete, Heraklion
90 min walk • The Historical Museum of Crete is a museum in Heraklion, Crete. It was founded by the Society of Cretan Historical Studies in 1953 and was originally housed in the former home of Minos Kalokairinos. The museum has since been expanded with a modern wing.
3.2 miNW
City wall
Fortifications of Heraklion, Heraklion
82 min walk • The fortifications of Heraklion are a series of defensive walls and other fortifications which surround the city of Heraklion in Crete, Greece. The first city walls were built in the Middle Ages, but they were completely rebuilt by the Republic of Venice.
3.1 miNW
Music venue
Cultural and Conference Center of Heraklion, Heraklion
79 min walk • Cultural and Conference Center of Heraklion, also Cultural and Conference Center of Crete, is a centre for the performing arts in Heraklion, Greece. It was inaugurated in 2019 after long debates and planning that exceeded four decades. The complex is built on a plot of 5,670 square meters and has a total area of 28,487 square meters.