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Heraklion

H eraklion is the largest city of

Crete and one of Greece’s
major urban centres. The city
flourished under a multicultural
influence throughout the centuries; that’s
why there is a plethora of Byzantine, Ve-
netian and Ottoman structures to look
out for!
The city’s landmark is the 16th c. Koules
fortress in the westernmost side of the
old Venetian port, which along with the
fortification walls (dating back to the same
period) are among the most significant
and imposing sights.

HERAKLION

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