The prefecture of Heraklion covers an area of 2,011 sq.km.with a population of 304,000 residents (2011 inventory) and it is located between the prefectures of Rethymno and Lassithi, it is the most populated prefecture of Crete.
Heraklion is well-known for the archaeological sites of Knossos and Phaestos.
The Ancient town of Knossos, 5 km from the capital, was the center of the Minoan civilization and includes the greatest Minoan palace of the period 2000 - 1400 BC.
The ancient remains cover an area of 20,000 sq.m. and consist of the ancient town with the palace, the small palace, the bi-level royal mansion and the royal tomb.
The ancient town of Phaestos is found 60 km southwest of Heraklion.
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Throughout the region there are many Venetian castles and fortresses. The Venetian Town Walls and the Venetia Port create a unique atmosphere.
Some of the Museums of Heraklion are: the Archaeological, the Ecclesiastical, the Historical Museum in Heraklion Town and the museum of Dominikos Theotokopoulos (El Greco), in Fodele, where the painter was born.Heraklion is an excellent holiday destination.Sandy beaches, traditional villages and the lively nightlife, will impress the most demanding visitor
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