Iraklio
Crete’s capital, Iraklio (also called Heraklion), is Greece’s fifth-largest city and the island’s economic and administrative hub. It's also home to Crete's blockbuster sights: the must-see Heraklion Archaeological Museum and the nearby Palace of Knossos, which both provide fascinating windows into Crete's ancient past.
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Discover the best attractions in Iraklio from must-see sights to unexpected hidden gems.
- Attraction in IraklioHeraklion Archaeological Museum
- Attraction in IraklioHistorical Museum of Crete
- Attraction in IraklioKoules Fortress
- Attraction in IraklioAgios Markos Basilica
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- Attraction in IraklioChurch of Agios Titos
- Attraction in IraklioCity Walls
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