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Where is Iraklion

Iraklion, also known as Heraklion, is a city located on the northern coast of the island of Crete in Greece. It serves as the capital of the Heraklion regional unit and is the largest city on the island. Crete is the largest of the Greek islands and is situated in the eastern part of the Mediterranean Sea.






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Iraklion Location Map, Greece



Facts about Iraklion, Greece

CountryGreece
RegionCrete
Regional UnitHeraklion
MunicipalityHeraklion (Iraklion)
Municipal SeatHeraklion
Named AfterHeracles (Greek hero)
EstablishedAntiquity (as the port of Knossos)
Municipality Status1915
Coordinates35.3387° N, 25.1442° E
Total Area~245 sq km
Land Area~245 sq km
Water AreaMinimal
Population (2021)179,302
Population RankLargest city in Crete; one of the largest cities in Greece
Major CityIraklion
Main IndustriesTourism, Trade, Education, Services, Agriculture
Major Transport LinksPort of Heraklion, Heraklion International Airport (HER), national road of Crete
Time ZoneEastern European Time (UTC+02:00)
Known ForKnossos Palace, Venetian walls, Archaeological Museum of Heraklion
Websitehttps://www.heraklion.gr


Top Attractions in Iraklion, Greece

  • Palace of Knossos – world-famous Minoan palace and archaeological site
  • Heraklion Archaeological Museum – premier museum of Minoan art and artifacts
  • Venetian Harbor – historic harbor lined with cafés and walking paths
  • Koules Fortress – Venetian-era fortress guarding the old port
  • Morosini Fountain (Lion Square) – central city landmark and meeting point
  • Venetian Walls of Heraklion – preserved fortifications surrounding the old city
  • Agios Titos Church – historic church with Byzantine and Venetian heritage
  • Historical Museum of Crete – museum covering Crete’s modern history
  • Natural History Museum of Crete – interactive exhibits on Cretan nature
  • Ammoudara Beach – nearby sandy beach popular for swimming and sunsets


Distance from Iraklion to Other Greece Cities