• Its name derives from the ancient Roman port of Heracleum. The ancient history of Heraklion is strongly associated with the Minoan Palace of Knossos.
  • Explore Heraklion city at your own pace using a hop-on hop-off bus. Enjoy a combo ticket good for 48hours and for 2 different bus lines.
  • See the links below the 12-day Heraklion weather forecast table for other cities and towns nearby along with weather conditions for local outdoor activities.
  • Discover Heraklion Crete Greece with the experts, see Heraklion photos, Heraklion maps, Heraklion weather, learn Heraklion history at Greece.com.
  • Heraklion, largest city, a dímos (municipality), and principal port of the Greek island of Crete and capital of the pereferiakí enótita (regional unit) Heraklion...
  • Welcome to Heraklion visitor guide. Heraklion Crete, the history of the city Heraklion dates from the Neolithic period.
  • Heraklion lives up to its status as the capital of Crete, offering a wealth of holiday fun, archaeological treasures, wonderful Cretan food and a selection of beaches.
  • The population of Heraklion is about 120 thousand people. ... The first European civilization, the Minoan civilization, was founded in Heraklion before Christ.
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  • Heraklion Airport, Nikos Kazantzakis International Airport, Heraklion airport it took its name from the famous author Nikos Kazantzakis, visit heraklion airport.