Episkopi

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Episkopi is a former municipality in the Heraklion regional unit, Crete, Greece. Since the 2011 local government reform it is part of the municipality Hersonissos, of which it is a municipal unit. The municipal unit has an area of 45.500 km². Population 2,291. ()

Local name: Επισκοπή Ηρακλείου Population: ~970 pplCoordinates: 35°15'48"N, 25°14'19"E

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Episkopi – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Knossos, Knossos, Cretaquarium, Watercity.

4.9 miNW
Palace
Knossos, Heraklion
126 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...
4.9 miNW
Palace
Knossos, Heraklion
125 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...
5.4 miNE
Aquarium, Park, Zoo
Cretaquarium, Heraklion
137 min walk • 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...
3.4 miN
Water park, Amusement park, Swimming
Watercity
86 min walk • Nestled in the sunny landscape of Crete, Greece, Watercity Waterpark stands as an oasis of aquatic thrills and relaxation for visitors of all ages. Known for its extensive range of slides, pools, and activities, this water park is a must-visit destination for families...
6.4 miNE
Locality
Gouves
163 min walk • Gouves is a village and former municipality in the Heraklion regional unit, Crete, Greece. Since the 2011, local government reform it is part of the municipality Hersonissos, of which it is a municipal unit. The municipal unit has an area of 94.963 km². It lies around 20 km east of Heraklion.
4.7 miW
Cemetery, Historical place
Phourni
120 min walk • Phourni is the archaeological site of an ancient Minoan cemetery in Crete, established in 2400 BC and lasted until 1200 BC. Phourni is Greek for "furnace, oven" and the name of the hill on which the cemetery is located.
5.3 miW
Temple
Anemospilia
136 min walk • Anemospilia is the archaeological site of an ancient Minoan temple on Crete.
2.6 miSW
Exhibits devoted to the renowned author
Nikos Kazantzakis Museum
66 min walk • The Nikos Kazantzakis Museum is a museum in Myrtia village in the Heraklion regional unit of Crete, in Greece.
2.6 miS
Monastery
Agarathos Monastery
66 min walk • Agarathos Monastery is an Eastern Orthodox monastery situated near the village of Sgourokefali of the Heraklion regional unit in central Crete, Greece.
5.2 miNE
Theme park, Amusement park, Entertainment
Dinosauria Park, Heraklion
133 min walk • Dinosauria Park is a dinosaur park located near the town of Gournes in Crete, Greece, 15 kilometres east of the city of Heraklion.
5.9 miW
Natural attraction, Nature, Mountain
Mount Juktas
151 min walk • A mountain in north-central Crete, Mount Juktas, also spelled Iuktas, Iouktas, or Ioukhtas, was an important religious site for the Minoan civilization.