Heraklion: Sightseeing
Places and attractions in the Sightseeing category
Knossos
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...
Heraklion Archaeological Museum
Museum for Cretan prehistory and history 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...
Knossos
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...
Koules
Historic fortress with sea views 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...
Cretaquarium
Nestled on the shores of the Mediterranean, the Cretaquarium offers a deep dive into the wonders of marine life, making it a must-visit destination in Heraklion, Greece. This modern aquarium, located in the town of Gournes, presents a magical underwater journey through...
Nikos Kazantzakis Stadium
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.
Natural History Museum of Crete
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.
Lions Square
Eleftheriou Venizelou Square is a square in the city of Heraklion in Crete, named after the Cretan statesman Eleftherios Venizelos.
Agios Minas Cathedral
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.
Historical Museum of Crete
Historical museum of Crete with a cafe 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.
University of Crete
The University of Crete is a multi-disciplinary, research-oriented institution in Crete, Greece, located in the cities of Rethymno and Heraklion, and one of the country's most academically acclaimed and reputable universities.
Fortifications of Heraklion
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.
Cultural and Conference Center of Heraklion
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.
Museum of the Battle of Crete
The Museum of the Battle of Crete and the National Resistance is a municipal historical museum dedicated to the defense of Crete during WWII and the popular resistance of Crete.
Dinosauria Park
Dinosauria Park is a dinosaur park located near the town of Gournes in Crete, Greece, 15 kilometres east of the city of Heraklion.
Museum of Visual Arts
Visual arts museum with Cretan artists The Museum of Visual Arts or Museum of Plastic Arts is a museum housed in the former Catholic St. Mark Basilica, Nymphon Street, Heraklion, Crete. It was established to support Crete's cultural and artistic activities and promote the work of Cretan artists.
Minoan civilization
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.
Church of Agios Titos
The church of St. Titus is an Orthodox church in Heraklion, Crete, dedicated to Saint Tito. The present church was built in 1869 as a Yeni Mosque and in 1925 it was attributed to Christian worship. The church was proclaimed in 2013...
Nea Alikarnassos
Nea Alikarnassos is a town and a former municipality in the Heraklion regional unit, Crete, Greece. Since the 2011 local government reform it is part of the municipality Heraklion, of which it is a municipal unit.
Kingdom of Candia
The Realm or Kingdom of Candia or Duchy of Candia was the official name of Crete during the island's period as an overseas colony of the Republic of Venice, from the initial Venetian conquest in 1205–1212 to its fall to the Ottoman Empire during the Cretan War.
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