Sightseeing in Heraklion - what to see. Complete travel guide
Heraklion is one of the largest cities of the country which history enumerates over two thousand years. The resort can accept visitors whole year long as water on some beaches of Heraklion stays warm even in winter. The most famous coasts are Stalis and Gouves. Multiple hotel complexes, entertainment centers and cleanest beaches are located near them. Recently an aqua park has been opened in this region. It has quickly grown popularity among small visitors and their parents.
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People, who enjoy walking on picturesque forests and groves, will like the opportunity to attend an excursion to Agia Varvara village that is located high in mountains. The slope here is very gentle, so you don’t need any climbing skills to reach the village. Votomos village is famous for its caves and canyons. Here you will also see a manmade lake.
On one of the main squares of the city is the beautiful fountain Morosini. It is one of the main historical symbols of Heraklion. Its name was given in honor of the governor of Crete Francesco Morosini. In 1628, he ordered the construction of a water pipe in the city, which would allow water to be extracted from the slopes of Mount Juktas. To build the water pipeline, the governor employed famous engineers. Few years later, a gorgeous fountain appeared in the city, which is adorned with a sculptural composition of lions. For locals, it became the first permanent source of fresh water.
Each trading street of Heraklion has its own characteristics. For the most fashionable brand things, you can go to Daedalou Street. Here, are concentrated the most fashionable boutiques, … Open
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Fans of walks in historical places should definitely visit the Sea Fortress Kulesi, in the port region of Heraklion. The first mention of this fortress dates back to the beginning of the 14th century, while the exact date of its construction remains unknown. At present, the entire territory of the ancient fortress is open to visitors. They can see the ancient living quarters, and the rooms in which weapons were stored. On the territory of the fortress, there is a mosque and an old prison, in which, prisoners were kept during the Middle Ages.
For many years Ippokambos Ouzeri has remained a confident leader among the restaurants of Heraklion. This beautiful dining facility offers the most popular dishes from the local cuisine. … Open
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Map of all castles
Survived castles around Heraklion
♥ Castle 'Fortifications of Heraklion' Heraklion, 0.1 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Koules Fortress' Heraklion, 1.3 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Moni Arkadiou' Arkadi, 45.8 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Spinalonga Castle' Spinalonga, 55 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Castle 'Fortezza of Rethymno' Rethymno, 60.2 km from the center. On the map
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Map of all art museums
Art galleries in Heraklion and around
♥ Art museum 'Heraklion Archaeological Museum' Heraklion, 0.7 km from the center. On the map
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Sightseeing in Greece: things to see
Aphrodite Temple, better known under the name Parthenon, is considered the main historic landmark of Athens. The building has a miraculous construction from an archaeological point of view. Built in the 5th century BC, Parthenon consists of numerous columns and looks very light weighted at a glance. There is another important landmark nearby – the Erechtheion that was constructed in the 5th century. Many centuries ago a beautiful palace stood on the site of the ancient temple. According to a legend, the dispute between Poseidon and Aphrodite took place at that palace. The territory around the Erechtheion is decorated with beautiful statues, the most famous of which are Caryatid sculptures. One of the statues was brought to the British Museum in order to keep it in safety.
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New Year events in Thailand are likely to bring more people this year because everyone is tired of lockdowns and craving normal life. Many tourists, who book hotels in Pattaya, Krabi, or Phuket for the holiday season, also want to participate. As champagne has become an essential drink for New Year celebrations, the question regarding alcohol consumption comes to mind. The government allowed serving alcoholic drinks during the New Year countdown but only open-air cafes and restaurants with good ventilation will be permitted to do this until 1 am on 1 January 2022. This rule is nationwide.
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New Year events in Thailand are likely to bring more people this year because everyone is tired of lockdowns and craving normal life. Many tourists, who book hotels in Pattaya, Krabi, or Phuket for the holiday season, also want to participate. As champagne has become an essential drink for New Year celebrations, the question regarding alcohol consumption comes to mind. The government allowed serving alcoholic drinks during the New Year countdown but only open-air cafes and restaurants with good ventilation will be permitted to do this until 1 am on 1 January 2022. This rule is nationwide.
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