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What to See Around us:
Kokkini Chani: Kokkini Chani Village near Heraklion: holiday resort at sea, sandy beaches
Vathianos kampos: Vathianos Kampos beach near Heraklion in Chersonissos Municipality
Gournes pediados: Gournes Village near Heraklion: clear sea, sandy beaches, Cretaquarium
Antiquities & Museums
KNOSSOS PALACE
Knossos is the heart of the Minoan civilization, according to tradition the seat of the legendary king Minos and the birthplace of thrilling stories, such as the myths of the Labyrinth with its Minotaur and of Daidalos and Icaros. The site was inhabited continuously from the Neolithic period (7000-3000 BC) until the late Antiquity. The Palace of Knossos is the largest (20,000 m²) and most spectacular of all the Minoan palatial centres. It has all the typical features of thearchitectural type established in ca. 1700 BC: four wings arranged around a rectangular.
More Info:www.knossos-palace.gr
Strolling Around
CRETAQUARIUM
The magic of the sea floor and the diving experience into such a familiar yet unknown world -the sea world of the Mediterranean – cannot be described in just a few words.
This is the reason why we present some of the most interesting species to you during your tour at CretAquarium, as they are preserved in their particular ecosystems. A small virtual tour that follows the sequence of the section along the route path of the aquarium and that we hope it will inspire and alert you!
More info: Οργανώστε την Επίσκεψη σας | CretAquarium
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MUNICIPALITY OF HERSONISSOS
The Municipality of Hersonissos extends from the north coastline of central Crete to the imposing mountain chains of Lasithi. It is located a few kilometers away from the international airport “Nikos Kazantzakis” of Heraklion. Within its borders there are settlements with unique characteristics and colors. We invite you to take a tour and discover the unexplored beauties of Hersonissos…make sure that you have enough time to enjoy your choices….
What to See around as:
Kokkini Chani: Kokkini Chani Village near Heraklion: holiday resort at sea, sandy beaches
Vathianos kampos:Vathianos Kampos beach near Heraklion in Chersonissos Municipality
Gournes pediados: Gournes Village near Heraklion: clear sea, sandy beaches, Cretaquarium
Chersonissos – Land of Experiences
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MUNICIPALITY OF HERAKLION
Heraklion is the capital of Crete and one of the Mediterranean region’s most fascinating and vibrant cities. It is full of places to discover. With the current efforts to open up the wonderful mediaeval city centre, it speaks to us of a past full of history and great events that reflect its strategic geopolitical position at the crossroads of three continents.
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REGION OF CRETE
The mountains and sea, the nature all around you, adventures awaiting you, the overabundant gastronomy, a culture which is expressed in many different ways, the music and art forms. Crete is the largest Greek island and a landmark in the maritime crossroads between the West and the East, Europe and Africa, a unique and fascinating place full of transitions and surprises.
More Info: https://www.incrediblecrete.gr/en/
Antiquities & Museums
ARCHAEOLOGICAL MUSEUM
The Heraklion Archaeological Museum is regarded as one of Europe most mportant museums. The present building was constructed between 1933 and 1937 to plans by P. Karantinos. The museum brings together archaeological finds from all over Crete, covering over 5500 years of the island history. Pride of place is given to the treasures of Minoan civilisation, the entire historical course of which can thus be appreciated. Justly regarded as the home of Minoan civilisation par excellence, the museum houses the most important collection of Minoan antiquities the world over.
More Info: https://heraklionmuseum.gr/en/