Church of Crete

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The Church of Crete is an Eastern Orthodox church, comprising the island of Crete in Greece. The Church of Crete is semi-autonomous under the jurisdiction of the Ecumenical Patriarchate of Constantinople. The current archbishop of Crete is, since 30 August 2006, Irinaios Athanasiadis. ()

Local name: Εκκλησία Κρήτης Coordinates: 35°20'15"N, 25°7'51"E

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Church of Crete – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Koules, Nikos Kazantzakis Stadium, Natural History Museum of Crete.

~1970 ftE
Museum for Cretan prehistory and history
Heraklion Archaeological Museum, Heraklion
10 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...
0.6 miNE
Historic fortress with sea views
Koules, Heraklion
16 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...
~1710 ftS
Historical place, Sport, Sport venue
Nikos Kazantzakis Stadium, Heraklion
9 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.
0.4 miNW
Museum, Natural history museum, Science museum
Natural History Museum of Crete, Heraklion
10 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.
~900 ftNE
Square, Fountain
Lions Square, Heraklion
5 min walk • Eleftheriou Venizelou Square is a square in the city of Heraklion in Crete, named after the Cretan statesman Eleftherios Venizelos.
~70 ftNE
Sacred and religious sites, Church
Agios Minas Cathedral, Heraklion
1 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.
~1570 ftN
Historical museum of Crete with a cafe
Historical Museum of Crete, Heraklion
8 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.
0.7 miW
35°20'25"N • 25°7'11"E
Talos Plaza, Heraklion
17 min walk • Shopping, Shopping centre
~1580 ftSW
City wall
Fortifications of Heraklion, Heraklion
8 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.
~1440 ftS
Music venue
Cultural and Conference Center of Heraklion, Heraklion
7 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.
0.4 miE
Museum
Museum of the Battle of Crete, Heraklion
12 min walk • 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.