Heraklion

Heraklion is a destination in Greece featured on Vestigia's cultural landmark map and wiki. Browse notable points of interest below, explore nearby cities, and use our interactive map to plan visits across the region.

Notable POIs in Heraklion

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Knossos

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Bronze Age archaeological site that was a major centre of the Minoan civilization and is known for its association with the Greek myth of Theseus and the minotaur, considered by many to be the oldest city in Europe.

Heraklion Archaeological Museum

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One of the largest museums in Greece, and the best in the world for Minoan art, containing the most important and complete collection of artifacts of the Minoan civilization of Crete.

Koules Fortress

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16th-century Venetian sea fortress guarding the harbor entrance, featuring massive stone walls and vaulted chambers that once served as a prison and storage facility.