- In order to help you plan your stay, I have prepared for you this guide of the 13 best places to visit in Heraklion, with all points of interest and must-see attractions.
- In 1972 Heraklion became the capital of Crete. The coastal region around the capital Heraklions is the largest tourist region in Crete.
- One of the most brilliant monuments of the city of Heraklion is the Fountain of Morosini or the “Lions“, as the residents of Heraklion call it.
- Among the churches of Heraklion the one that stands out is the imposing Metropolis of Agios Minas, on Agia Ekaterini Square, built between 1862-1895.
- Many Minoan treasures are kept at the Heraklion Archaeological Museum, the best place in the world to study this civilisation.
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- This was when it was re-named Heraklion. In 1908 the process of unification with Greece began, ending in 1913 with the complete withdrawal of European powers.
- Heraklion is the largest city in Crete, located roughly in the centre of the north coast. Heraklion has a population of 131,000 (2001 census)...
- Türkçesi Kandiye olarak bilinen ve Yunanlıların Heraklion diye isimlendirdikleri şehir, Yunanistan’ın bir kentidir. Ülkenin Girit isimli bölgesinde yer almaktadır.
- With its rich history, cultural significance, and stunning natural beauty, Heraklion offers visitors a captivating experience.