- In 1972 Heraklion became the capital of Crete. The coastal region around the capital Heraklions is the largest tourist region in Crete.
- Many Minoan treasures are kept at the Heraklion Archaeological Museum, the best place in the world to study this civilisation.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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)...
- 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.
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- Discover Heraklion Crete Greece with the experts, see Heraklion photos, Heraklion maps, Heraklion weather, learn Heraklion history at Greece.com.
- Heraklion is not just the capital of Crete, but also the capital of the Heraklion region, the most important area on the island.
- Heraklion is the largest city of the island of Crete in Greece with a population of 220,000. The city of Heraklion, also known as Candia, Chandakas, Megaloka...25 bin görüntülemeYayınlandı7 Ağu 2020