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Stavrakia, Heraklion
A village situated 13 kilometers south of Heraklion, Crete, on a hill at 240 meters altitude, near the Heraklion-Moires road. First documented in 1248 as casale Stavrachi, it originally consisted of Apano and Kato Stavrakia. The economy relies on sultana grapes, wine, and olive oil, with growing private businesses. Key religious sites include Agios Georgios, Panagia-Zoodochos Pigi, and Anastasi tou Sotiros. The village features a renovated central square with a Heroes' Monument, an Agricultural Cooperative, and a Primary School established in 1886. The Cultural Association, active since 1983, organizes events, including a festival for Agios Panteleimon. Infrastructure includes electricity (since ~1959), water supply, sewage networks, and a wastewater treatment facility. Administratively, it became a community seat in 1925 and is part of the Municipality of Heraklion.
Vasileies, Heraklion
Vasileies is a settlement located in the Heraklion regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Heraklion
Gazi, Malevizi
A western suburb of Heraklion and administrative center of the Malevizi municipality, located by the Gazanos River (ancient Triton). First mentioned in 1379, its history includes Venetian and Ottoman periods and battles during Cretan Revolutions. The area is rich in archaeology from the Subneolithic to Roman eras. Its most prominent site is a Late Minoan domestic sanctuary at Baïria, where unique clay figurines like the "Goddess of the Poppies" were found. Numerous Minoan tombs have been excavated.
Skalani, Heraklion
Skalani is a settlement located in the Heraklion regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Heraklion
Siva, Heraklion
Siva is a settlement located in the Heraklion regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Heraklion
Kerasia, Heraklion
Kerasia is a settlement located in the Heraklion regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Heraklion
Avgeniki, Heraklion
Avgeniki is a settlement located in the Heraklion regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Heraklion
Agios Syllas, Heraklion
Agios Syllas is a settlement located in the Heraklion regional unit on the island of Crete, Greece. It belongs to the Municipality of Heraklion
Heraklion, Heraklion
Heraklion, the capital and largest city of Crete, is on the north coast and has served as a harbor for Knossos since the Minoan era. Its identity evolved through various names, including Chandax under Arab rule and Candia during the Venetian period, when it became a major fortress. The city is defined by the massive Venetian Walls and the Koules fortress at its harbor. It withstood the historic 22-year Siege of Candia before falling to the Ottomans. Following the union with Greece, it received Greek refugees from Asia Minor.
Ruined Church of Michail Archangelos
Located in the fertile Kaminos valley, shared by Skalani, Prassa, and Kallithea villages in Crete, stands the ruined Church of Michail Archangelos. This Venetian-era structure, situated in the Kavousi area, was historically significant due to its proximity to a vital year-round spring. Once part of a medieval settlement, the church is now partially collapsed but remains more intact than the nearby ruined Christos church. Its state underscores the impact of time and possibly seismic events, highlighting the region's vulnerability, as evidenced by the 2021 Arkalochori earthquakes, necessitating preservation efforts for Cretan cultural heritage.
Knossos archaeological site
The Palace of Knossos, located on the Kephala hill south of Heraklion, Crete, is an important site of the ancient Minoan civilization. Occupied since around 7000 BCE during the Aceramic Neolithic period. The First Palace, built during the Middle Minoan IB-IIA period, represents a significant shift in Minoan society from a clan-based structure to a hierarchical one. This monumental building, covering nearly 10,000 square meters on the ground floor alone, served as a hub for administrative, storage, and cult activities. The First Palace also introduced innovative features like storage magazines, showcasing the society's wealth and resources. The New Palace emerged after a massive earthquake that occurred at the end of the Middle Minoan IIIA period, the palace underwent major reconstruction in the Middle Minoan IIIB period. Around 1450 BCE, widespread destruction occurred across Crete, affecting palaces and settlements. While Knossos suffered damage, it wasn't destroyed like other palaces. This period saw the introduction of Linear B, an early form of Greek script used by the Mycenaeans, suggesting their presence at Knossos. The final destruction of the palace, possibly in Late Minoan IIIA2 (1325-1300 BCE), left it deserted, but the town continued to exist. Knossos continued to be inhabited during the Classical, Hellenistic and Roman periods. Two basilicas from the First Byzantine period indicate that the city was still active during this time. Knossos appears to have followed the fate of other urban centers in Crete and declined early.
Natural History Museum of Crete, University of Crete
Operating under the University of Crete in Heraklion, the Natural History Museum of Crete (NHMC) is dedicated to studying, protecting, and promoting the natural heritage of the Eastern Mediterranean. It is located within a restored industrial building, formerly an electricity power plant. Exhibits span four levels, featuring dioramas of regional habitats, interactive geological displays, and paleontological collections including fossils. The museum serves as a center for research and education, contributing to the conservation of regional biodiversity and offering programs for all ages focused on environmental awareness.
Heraklion Archaeological Museum
Located in Heraklion, Crete, this museum, established in 1883, is one of Greece's most significant. It primarily houses an extensive collection of Minoan artifacts, including frescoes, pottery, and jewelry, showcasing Bronze Age achievements. Artifacts from Roman, Byzantine, and Venetian periods are also displayed, covering over 5,500 years of Cretan history. Housed in a notable neoclassical building designed by Patroklos Karantinos, it offers educational programs and temporary exhibitions, serving as a vital center for Minoan studies and Cretan cultural preservation.
Venetian Aqueduct of Morossini
The Venetian Aqueduct of Morossini, nestled in the Karydaki Gorge on the island of Crete, stands as an enduring testament to Venetian engineering prowess and ingenuity. This magnificent structure, spanning […]
Nefeleonas social cooperative
Nefeleonas Co-op is a social cooperative based in Heraklion, Crete, Greece. They develop a variety of social economy projects in both Heraklion and Athens. Some of their areas of focus […]