Heraklion Sights & Attractions - Page 2

The tomb of Nikos Kazantzakis is located outside the city walls, in Martinego Tower. On his tomb, the following words have been carved, as was his will: "I hope for nothing. I fear nothing. I am free".

This museum offers an original and creative approach to the culture and nature of Crete. It organizes many cultural events, such as educational seminars for kids, audiovisual performances, or traditional dancing events.

The Messara Archaeological Museum encapsulates the centuries-old history of the Messara Plain, with a collection of items dating back 4500 years, from the Minoan Palace of Phaistos to the Hellenistic and Roman capital city of Gortyn.

This beautiful cave can be reached on foot from Skotino village. It used to be an important sanctuary in the Minoan times. Outside the cave is a chapel of Agia (Saint) Paraskevi and a celebration is performed there on the 26th of July.

The Natural History Museum of Crete allows visitors to see and experience the biodiversity of Crete. It is housed in a modern building at the port of Heraklion Town.

The Historical Museum of Heraklion was established in 1953 by the Society of Cretan Historical Studies. The museum presents the history and culture of Crete from the early Christian times till the modern era.

This impressive church in the heart of the town is the cathedral of Heraklion Town. Its construction started in 1862 and was completed in 1895. A smaller church dedicated to Agios Minas stands next to the cathedral.

The Monastery of Agios Antonios Vrontissi is situated close to the village of Zaros, in southern Heraklion. Its location gives a great view over the Gulf of Messara and the Asterousia Mountains.

This collection is housed in the beautiful 15th-century basilica of Saint Ekaterini. It houses valuable ecclesiastical items and rare Byzantine icons.

The Heraklion Museum of Visual Arts, situated in a backstreet near the port, is a modern institution dedicated to preserving and promoting the works of Cretan painters, sculptors, and visual artists of all sorts.

Minos Winery was the first to bottle the delicious wine of Crete. Its premises in Peza, about 18 km southeast of Heraklion Town, also work as a museum where visitors can see old wine-making machinery and buy local products.

Located 7 km east of Heraklion Town, this cave was used as a place of worship of Eileithyia (Truth), the goddess of motherhood, fertility and childbirth. It was a flourishing sanctuary for a variety of civilizations. Inside it, you will see impressive stalactite and stalactite formations.

In the village of Fodele, you will find a small museum dedicated to the famous Cretan painter El Greco. He was born in Heraklion in 1542 but worked and died in Spain in 1614. The museum includes copies of his paintings and a recreation of the artist's studio.

The Museum of Cretan Ethnology is small in size yet is a massive-in-content display of what the Cretan day-to-day was in past centuries, which led to the unique character the people of this island have to this day.

The Monastery of Koudoumas is located in southern Crete, close to the bay of Treis Ekklisies. It was constructed in the 19th century and is dedicated to the Virgin Mary.

The Thirathen Museum of Traditional Instruments is a house of traditional instruments, providing a large exhibition of instruments, music lessons, vocal groups, and instructions on how to make an instrument from scratch.

Located high up in the mountains, the Monastery of Agia Irini in Kroussonas probably dates from the Venetian period. It was destroyed during the Turkish occupation but it was later rebuilt in 1940.

Located at a distance of 5 kilometers from Hersonissos, this is an amazing waterpark with lots of games for all ages, including Black Holes, Octopus Spacebowl, Kamikaze Hydrotube, and others.

Standing opposite the Morosini Lions fountain in Elefterios Venizelos square, the Basilica of San Marco is one of the greatest Venetian monuments of Heraklion. It was built in 1239 in the Gothic style, and extensive renovation works have restored it to its original form. Today it houses the town’s Municipal Art Gallery.

Paleokastro Fortress once stood tall over the bay below, protecting the city of Heraklion from Ottoman incursions. Its three-tiered structure, designed to overcome the unusual terrain on which it was built, is still preserved today.

A well-preserved temple that was the center of Gortyn’s religious activity over 12 centuries, the Temple of Apollo preserves traces of Archaic, Hellenistic, and Roman architecture. Notable for its intact altar and pavement, the temple walls hold a 2200-year-old peace treaty inscribed in stone.

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The findings testify to the prosperity of the ancient city of Gortyn, which used to be an ally of Rome and the capital of Crete and Cyrenaica.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Latitude":"35.063114","Longitude":"24.946915","Zoom_level":"14","Area":"Crete","Island":"Heraklion","Village":"Kasteli","Location":"Kasteli","Type":"Ancient Sites","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/sightseeing\/heraklion-site-gortyn\/","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/kasteli\/","Images":{"img_480":"\/seedo\/photos\/249\/heraklion-gortyn-ancient-site-thumb-1-480.jpg","img_640":"\/seedo\/photos\/249\/heraklion-gortyn-ancient-site-thumb-1-640.jpg","img_1024":"\/seedo\/photos\/249\/heraklion-gortyn-ancient-site-thumb-1-1024.jpg"}},{"Title":"Venetian Loggia","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETemporarily closed\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003Cbr \/\u003E\nIn the center of the town, close to the old port of Heraklion, there is an impressive building, the Venetian Loggia. 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The church is located in the heart of the town, next to the church of Agios Minas and today houses a collection of rare 15th and 16th-century icons.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Latitude":"35.338099","Longitude":"25.131368","Zoom_level":"14","Area":"Crete","Island":"Heraklion","Village":"Town","Location":"Town","Type":"Churches","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/sightseeing\/heraklion-agia-ekaterini\/","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/town\/","Images":{"img_480":"\/seedo\/photos\/264\/heraklion-agia-ekaterini-thumb-1-480.jpg","img_640":"\/seedo\/photos\/264\/heraklion-agia-ekaterini-thumb-1-640.jpg","img_1024":"\/seedo\/photos\/264\/heraklion-agia-ekaterini-thumb-1-1024.jpg"}},{"Title":"Asterousia Mountains","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003EAsterousia Mountains is a 60-km-long mountain range in southern Heraklion, stretching between the Messara Plain and the Libyan Sea. 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Nikos Kazantzakis was born in Heraklion and is considered to be one of the most important Greek writers of the 20th century.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Latitude":"35.234671","Longitude":"25.209190","Zoom_level":"14","Area":"Crete","Island":"Heraklion","Village":"Myrtia","Location":"Myrtia","Type":"Museums","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/sightseeing\/kazantzakis-museum\/","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/myrtia\/","Images":{"img_480":"\/seedo\/photos\/258\/heraklion-kazantzakis-museum-thumb-1-480.jpg","img_640":"\/seedo\/photos\/258\/heraklion-kazantzakis-museum-thumb-1-640.jpg","img_1024":"\/seedo\/photos\/258\/heraklion-kazantzakis-museum-thumb-1-1024.jpg"}},{"Title":"Tomb of Kazantzakis","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003EThe tomb of Nikos Kazantzakis is located outside the city walls, in Martinego Tower. On his tomb, the following words have been carved, as was his will: \u0022I hope for nothing. I fear nothing. 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It organizes many cultural events, such as educational seminars for kids, audiovisual performances, or traditional dancing events.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Latitude":"35.306622","Longitude":"25.411105","Zoom_level":"14","Area":"Crete","Island":"Heraklion","Village":"Hersonisos village","Location":"Hersonisos village","Type":"Museums","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/sightseeing\/lychnostatis-museum\/","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/hersonisos-village\/","Images":{"img_480":"\/seedo\/photos\/255\/heraklion-lychnostatis-folk-museum-thumb-1-480.jpg","img_640":"\/seedo\/photos\/255\/heraklion-lychnostatis-folk-museum-thumb-1-640.jpg","img_1024":"\/seedo\/photos\/255\/heraklion-lychnostatis-folk-museum-thumb-1-1024.jpg"}},{"Title":"Archaeological Museum of Messara","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003EThe Messara Archaeological Museum encapsulates the centuries-old history of the Messara Plain, with a collection of items dating back 4500 years, from the Minoan Palace of Phaistos to the Hellenistic and Roman capital city of Gortyn.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Latitude":"35.05997105186749","Longitude":"24.937719055644408","Zoom_level":"12","Area":"Crete","Island":"Heraklion","Village":"Agioi Deka","Location":"Agioi Deka","Type":"Museums","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/sightseeing\/messara-archaeological-museum\/","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/agioi-deka\/","Images":{"img_480":"\/seedo\/photos\/1651\/heraklion-archaeological-museum-of-messara-thumb-1-480.jpg","img_640":"\/seedo\/photos\/1651\/heraklion-archaeological-museum-of-messara-thumb-1-640.jpg","img_1024":"\/seedo\/photos\/1651\/heraklion-archaeological-museum-of-messara-thumb-1-1024.jpg"}},{"Title":"Skoteino Cave","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003EThis beautiful cave can be reached on foot from Skotino village. 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The museum presents the history and culture of Crete from the early Christian times till the modern era.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Latitude":"35.341880","Longitude":"25.130923","Zoom_level":"14","Area":"Crete","Island":"Heraklion","Village":"Town","Location":"Town","Type":"Museums","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/sightseeing\/historical-museum\/","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/town\/","Images":{"img_480":"\/seedo\/photos\/253\/heraklion-historical-museum-thumb-1-480.jpg","img_640":"\/seedo\/photos\/253\/heraklion-historical-museum-thumb-1-640.jpg","img_1024":"\/seedo\/photos\/253\/heraklion-historical-museum-thumb-1-1024.jpg"}},{"Title":"Agios Minas","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003EThis impressive church in the heart of the town is the cathedral of Heraklion Town. Its construction started in 1862 and was completed in 1895. 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It stands out for its large fortress at the entrance of the port. Many beautiful beaches surround this big town.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Latitude":"35.33634348256608","Longitude":"25.131912231445312","Zoom_level":14,"Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/villages\/town\/","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/villages\/town\/","Images":{"img_480":"\/village_beach\/photos\/316\/town-thumb-1-480.jpg","img_640":"\/village_beach\/photos\/316\/town-thumb-1-640.jpg","img_1024":"\/village_beach\/photos\/316\/town-thumb-1-1024.jpg"}},{"Title":"Arhanes","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation:\u003C\/strong\u003E 16 km south of Heraklion Town\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription:\u003C\/strong\u003E This is a picturesque village built on the slopes of a low hill. 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In the wider area, there are water parks and theme parks that will provide the entire family with an unforgettable holiday.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Latitude":"35.30700054200584","Longitude":"25.36871910095215","Zoom_level":13,"Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/villages\/hersonisos-village\/","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/villages\/hersonisos-village\/","Images":{"img_480":"\/village_beach\/photos\/941\/hersonisos-village-thumb-1-480.jpg","img_640":"\/village_beach\/photos\/941\/hersonisos-village-thumb-1-640.jpg","img_1024":"\/village_beach\/photos\/941\/hersonisos-village-thumb-1-1024.jpg"}},{"Title":"Lentas","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation:\u003C\/strong\u003E 75 km southwest of Heraklion Town\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription:\u003C\/strong\u003E A small seaside village on the southern side of Crete, Lentas offers a nice alternative for family vacations.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Latitude":"34.93064434135287","Longitude":"24.923858642578125","Zoom_level":16,"Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/villages\/lentas\/","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/villages\/lentas\/","Images":{"img_480":"\/village_beach\/photos\/2140\/lentas-thumb-1-480.jpg","img_640":"\/village_beach\/photos\/2140\/lentas-thumb-1-640.jpg","img_1024":"\/village_beach\/photos\/2140\/lentas-thumb-1-1024.jpg"}},{"Title":"Harakas","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation:\u003C\/strong\u003E 45 km south of Heraklion Town\r\n\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription:\u003C\/strong\u003E Located in the inland of southern Crete, Harakas is an authentic Cretan village, untouched by tourism.\u003C\/p\u003E","Latitude":"35.0098930738769","Longitude":"25.11998176574707","Zoom_level":15,"Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/villages\/harakas\/","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/villages\/harakas\/","Images":{"img_480":"\/village_beach\/photos\/2127\/harakas-thumb-1-480.jpg","img_640":"\/village_beach\/photos\/2127\/harakas-thumb-1-640.jpg","img_1024":"\/village_beach\/photos\/2127\/harakas-thumb-1-1024.jpg"}},{"Title":"Agioi Deka","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation:\u003C\/strong\u003E 44 km south of Heraklion Town\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription:\u003C\/strong\u003E Agioi Deka, one of the most beautiful villages in Crete, sits in the valley of Messara. In close distance, there is the site of Ancient Gortyn.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Latitude":"35.05817483226117","Longitude":"24.95917797088623","Zoom_level":15,"Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/villages\/agioi-deka\/","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/villages\/agioi-deka\/","Images":{"img_480":"\/village_beach\/photos\/2139\/agioi-deka-thumb-1-480.jpg","img_640":"\/village_beach\/photos\/2139\/agioi-deka-thumb-1-640.jpg","img_1024":"\/village_beach\/photos\/2139\/agioi-deka-thumb-1-1024.jpg"}},{"Title":"Ethia","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation:\u003C\/strong\u003E 90 km south of Heraklion Town\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription:\u003C\/strong\u003E A small village on top of Mount Sfentilia, Ethia has few inhabitants and it is untouched by tourism.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Latitude":"34.988679437042215","Longitude":"25.19324415734612","Zoom_level":16,"Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/villages\/ethia\/","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/villages\/ethia\/","Images":{"img_480":"\/village_beach\/photos\/2131\/ethia-thumb-1-480.jpg","img_640":"\/village_beach\/photos\/2131\/ethia-thumb-1-640.jpg","img_1024":"\/village_beach\/photos\/2131\/ethia-thumb-1-1024.jpg"}},{"Title":"Kasteli","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation:\u003C\/strong\u003E 36 km southeast of Heraklion Crete\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription:\u003C\/strong\u003E This is a beautiful little town in a fertile valley with vineyards and olive trees. In the medieval times, there was a castle in the area which gave it its name.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Latitude":"35.20747752737927","Longitude":"25.338592529296875","Zoom_level":13,"Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/villages\/kasteli\/","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/villages\/kasteli\/","Images":{"img_480":"\/village_beach\/photos\/936\/kasteli-thumb-1-480.jpg","img_640":"\/village_beach\/photos\/936\/kasteli-thumb-1-640.jpg","img_1024":"\/village_beach\/photos\/936\/kasteli-thumb-1-1024.jpg"}},{"Title":"Malia Village","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation:\u003C\/strong\u003E 36 km east of Heraklion Town\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription:\u003C\/strong\u003E A popular tourist resort with many facilities and a well-organized beach, Malia attracts a lot of visitors in summer. A Minoan palace is located close to Malia.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Latitude":"35.282551635993364","Longitude":"25.462617874145508","Zoom_level":14,"Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/villages\/malia-village\/","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/villages\/malia-village\/","Images":{"img_480":"\/village_beach\/photos\/2126\/malia-village-thumb-1-480.jpg","img_640":"\/village_beach\/photos\/2126\/malia-village-thumb-1-640.jpg","img_1024":"\/village_beach\/photos\/2126\/malia-village-thumb-1-1024.jpg"}},{"Title":"Prinias","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation:\u003C\/strong\u003E 25 km south west of Heraklion Town\r\n\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription:\u003C\/strong\u003E Prinias is a tiny village in the inland of Heraklion Crete. It is constructed at an altitude of 610 m and surrounded by lush greenery.\u003C\/p\u003E","Latitude":"35.15917890924553","Longitude":"24.99436855316162","Zoom_level":13,"Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/villages\/prinias\/","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/villages\/prinias\/","Images":{"img_480":"\/village_beach\/photos\/940\/prinias-thumb-1-480.jpg","img_640":"\/village_beach\/photos\/940\/prinias-thumb-1-640.jpg","img_1024":"\/village_beach\/photos\/940\/prinias-thumb-1-1024.jpg"}},{"Title":"Sivas","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation:\u003C\/strong\u003E 62 km south west of Heraklion Town\r\n\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription:\u003C\/strong\u003E Sivas is a small village close to the busy resort of Matala, on the south western side of Heraklion Crete. \u003C\/p\u003E","Latitude":"35.01822318571977","Longitude":"24.80760097503662","Zoom_level":13,"Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/villages\/sivas\/","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/villages\/sivas\/","Images":{"img_480":"\/village_beach\/photos\/432\/sivas-thumb-1-480.jpg","img_640":"\/village_beach\/photos\/432\/sivas-thumb-1-640.jpg","img_1024":"\/village_beach\/photos\/432\/sivas-thumb-1-1024.jpg"}},{"Title":"Vianos","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation:\u003C\/strong\u003E 50 km south east of Heraklion Town\r\n\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription:\u003C\/strong\u003E Ano Viannos is a small village built on the slopes of Mount Dikti. It distinguishes for its traditional architecture and the picturesque views to the surrounding regions.\u003C\/p\u003E","Latitude":"35.05413487651117","Longitude":"25.40987491607666","Zoom_level":13,"Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/villages\/vianos\/","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/villages\/vianos\/","Images":{"img_480":"\/village_beach\/photos\/938\/vianos-thumb-1-480.jpg","img_640":"\/village_beach\/photos\/938\/vianos-thumb-1-640.jpg","img_1024":"\/village_beach\/photos\/938\/vianos-thumb-1-1024.jpg"}},{"Title":"Mires","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation:\u003C\/strong\u003E 55 km southwest of Heraklion Town\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription:\u003C\/strong\u003E Moires is an administrative and commercial center in the southwestern side of Heraklion. It\u00a0gets busy whenever the big bazaar of local products takes place.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Latitude":"35.052378311668654","Longitude":"24.873390197753906","Zoom_level":13,"Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/villages\/mires\/","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/villages\/mires\/","Images":[]},{"Title":"Zaros","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation:\u003C\/strong\u003E 40 km southwest of Heraklion Town\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription:\u003C\/strong\u003E Zaros is a small, mountainous village in the inland of Heraklion. It is known for its drinkable spring water and the lush nature.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Latitude":"35.131702190832634","Longitude":"24.904203414916992","Zoom_level":13,"Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/villages\/zaros\/","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/villages\/zaros\/","Images":[]},{"Title":"Vori","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation\u003C\/strong\u003E: 57 km southwest of Heraklion Town\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription\u003C\/strong\u003E:\u00a0Vori is a picturesque village in southern Heraklion, located less than 4 km from the Minoan Palace of Phaistos. It boasts an awarded Museum of Cretan Ethnology, as well as a number of old churches.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Latitude":"35.06822266063451","Longitude":"24.81220551099636","Zoom_level":12,"Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/villages\/vori\/","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/villages\/vori\/","Images":[]}],"best_villages_extra_data":{"load_more":"N","current":15},"best_beaches":[{"Title":"Tripiti","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation\u003C\/strong\u003E: 74 km southwest of Heraklion Town\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription\u003C\/strong\u003E: Tripiti is a\u00a0non-organized pebbly beach with pristine waters that is quite popular with the locals.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/tripiti\/","Location":"Tripiti","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/tripiti\/","Type":["Non-Organized","Pebbled"],"Latitude":"34.93448506304059","Longitude":"24.982086225160106","Zoom_level":12,"Images":[]},{"Title":"Matala","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation:\u003C\/strong\u003E 67 km southwest of Heraklion Town\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription:\u003C\/strong\u003E Matala is the most famous resort on the southern side of Heraklion. 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Its calm ambiance and beautiful beach make it ideal for families.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/agia-pelagia\/","Location":"Agia Pelagia","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/agia-pelagia\/","Type":["Diving Club","Sandy","Family Friendly","Well-Organized"],"Latitude":"35.405732350398786","Longitude":"25.01833700256033","Zoom_level":13,"Images":{"img_480":"\/village_beach\/photos\/344\/agia-pelagia-thumb-1-480.jpg","img_640":"\/village_beach\/photos\/344\/agia-pelagia-thumb-1-640.jpg","img_1024":"\/village_beach\/photos\/344\/agia-pelagia-thumb-1-1024.jpg"}},{"Title":"Malia","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation:\u003C\/strong\u003E 36 km east of Heraklion\r\n\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription:\u003C\/strong\u003E Malia is the most popular beach resort of Heraklion and the most famous nightlife spot in Crete. 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Its large beach and the watersports facilities make this beach crowded in summer.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/tobrouk\/","Location":"Tobrouk","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/tobrouk\/","Type":["Partly-Organized","Sandy"],"Latitude":"35.330671811259016","Longitude":"25.23885726928711","Zoom_level":15,"Images":{"img_480":"\/village_beach\/photos\/2129\/tobrouk-thumb-1-480.jpg","img_640":"\/village_beach\/photos\/2129\/tobrouk-thumb-1-640.jpg","img_1024":"\/village_beach\/photos\/2129\/tobrouk-thumb-1-1024.jpg"}},{"Title":"Lygaria","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation:\u003C\/strong\u003E 23 km northwest of Heraklion Town\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription:\u003C\/strong\u003E Lygaria is another beautiful beach close to the tourist resort of Agia Pelagia. It is a secluded cove, ideal for switching off.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/lygaria\/","Location":"Lygaria","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/lygaria\/","Type":["Diving Club","Sandy","Family Friendly","Well-Organized"],"Latitude":"35.39885426480022","Longitude":"25.026791095733643","Zoom_level":13,"Images":{"img_480":"\/village_beach\/photos\/622\/lygaria-thumb-1-480.jpg","img_640":"\/village_beach\/photos\/622\/lygaria-thumb-1-640.jpg","img_1024":"\/village_beach\/photos\/622\/lygaria-thumb-1-1024.jpg"}},{"Title":"Amoudara","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation:\u003C\/strong\u003E 5 km west of Heraklion Town\r\n\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription:\u003C\/strong\u003E Ammoudara is a very long, sandy beach with clean water. The organized coast and the close distance from Heraklion Town makes it very popular.\u003C\/p\u003E","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/amoudara\/","Location":"Amoudara","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/amoudara\/","Type":["Diving Club","Windsurfing","Sandy","Family Friendly","Well-Organized","Watersports"],"Latitude":"35.33725371373476","Longitude":"25.08504867553711","Zoom_level":13,"Images":{"img_480":"\/village_beach\/photos\/412\/amoudara-thumb-1-480.jpg","img_640":"\/village_beach\/photos\/412\/amoudara-thumb-1-640.jpg","img_1024":"\/village_beach\/photos\/412\/amoudara-thumb-1-1024.jpg"}},{"Title":"Amnissos","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation:\u003C\/strong\u003E 9 km east of Heraklion Town\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription:\u003C\/strong\u003E Amnissos is a long, sandy beach near Heraklion Town. The coast is organized with sunbeds, umbrellas, watersports centers and beach bars.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/amnissos\/","Location":"Amnissos","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/amnissos\/","Type":["Sandy","Family Friendly","Well-Organized","Watersports"],"Latitude":"35.33233524982572","Longitude":"25.20649887383003","Zoom_level":13,"Images":{"img_480":"\/village_beach\/photos\/945\/amnissos-thumb-1-480.jpg","img_640":"\/village_beach\/photos\/945\/amnissos-thumb-1-640.jpg","img_1024":"\/village_beach\/photos\/945\/amnissos-thumb-1-1024.jpg"}},{"Title":"Stalida","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation:\u003C\/strong\u003E 33 km east of Heraklion Town\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription:\u003C\/strong\u003E Stalida is a popular beach with many hotels around it. It is located between Hersonissos and Malia, east of Heraklion Town.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/stalida\/","Location":"Stalida","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/stalida\/","Type":["Party","Sandy","Well-Organized","Watersports"],"Latitude":"35.292832985540436","Longitude":"25.432898998260498","Zoom_level":13,"Images":{"img_480":"\/village_beach\/photos\/360\/stalida-thumb-1-480.jpg","img_640":"\/village_beach\/photos\/360\/stalida-thumb-1-640.jpg","img_1024":"\/village_beach\/photos\/360\/stalida-thumb-1-1024.jpg"}},{"Title":"Hersonissos","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation:\u003C\/strong\u003E 28 km east of Heraklion Town\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription:\u003C\/strong\u003E The beaches around Hersonissos are among the most popular in Crete. The main beach is well organized and has many watersports centers.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/hersonissos\/","Location":"Hersonissos","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/hersonissos\/","Type":["Diving Club","Party","Sandy","Family Friendly","Well-Organized","Watersports"],"Latitude":"35.317191242511036","Longitude":"25.392976999282837","Zoom_level":13,"Images":{"img_480":"\/village_beach\/photos\/317\/hersonissos-thumb-1-480.jpg","img_640":"\/village_beach\/photos\/317\/hersonissos-thumb-1-640.jpg","img_1024":"\/village_beach\/photos\/317\/hersonissos-thumb-1-1024.jpg"}},{"Title":"Kalamaki","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation:\u003C\/strong\u003E 67 km south west of Heraklion Town\r\n\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription:\u003C\/strong\u003E Kalamaki is a fully organized beach close to the popular resorts of Matala. It has clean water and a long, sandy coast.\u003C\/p\u003E","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/kalamaki\/","Location":"Kalamaki","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/kalamaki\/","Type":["Partly-Organized","Sandy","Family Friendly"],"Latitude":"35.027577671021845","Longitude":"24.758724814774393","Zoom_level":13,"Images":{"img_480":"\/village_beach\/photos\/943\/kalamaki-thumb-1-480.jpg","img_640":"\/village_beach\/photos\/943\/kalamaki-thumb-1-640.jpg","img_1024":"\/village_beach\/photos\/943\/kalamaki-thumb-1-1024.jpg"}},{"Title":"Kokkini Hani","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation:\u003C\/strong\u003E 13 km east of Heraklion Town\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription:\u003C\/strong\u003E Hani Kokkini is a busy, lively beach resort with many tourist facilities and watersports centers along the coast.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/kokkini-hani\/","Location":"Kokkini Hani","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/kokkini-hani\/","Type":["Sandy","Family Friendly","Well-Organized","Watersports"],"Latitude":"35.33201259374463","Longitude":"25.25621917779376","Zoom_level":13,"Images":{"img_480":"\/village_beach\/photos\/324\/kokkini-hani-thumb-1-480.jpg","img_640":"\/village_beach\/photos\/324\/kokkini-hani-thumb-1-640.jpg","img_1024":"\/village_beach\/photos\/324\/kokkini-hani-thumb-1-1024.jpg"}},{"Title":"Tsoutsouros","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation:\u003C\/strong\u003E 60 km south east of Heraklion Crete\r\n\u003Cbr\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription:\u003C\/strong\u003E Tsoutsouros is a lovely and calm resort on the southern side of Crete. This is a great place for relaxing, family vacations.\u003C\/p\u003E","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/tsoutsouros\/","Location":"Tsoutsouros","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/tsoutsouros\/","Type":["Family Friendly","Pebbled","Secluded","Non-Organized"],"Latitude":"34.98647986346684","Longitude":"25.287394523620605","Zoom_level":13,"Images":{"img_480":"\/village_beach\/photos\/950\/tsoutsouros-thumb-1-480.jpg","img_640":"\/village_beach\/photos\/950\/tsoutsouros-thumb-1-640.jpg","img_1024":"\/village_beach\/photos\/950\/tsoutsouros-thumb-1-1024.jpg"}},{"Title":"Fodele","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation:\u003C\/strong\u003E 27 km west of Heraklion Town\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription:\u003C\/strong\u003E A lovely village with some tourist development, Fodele has a long sandy beach and taverns along the shore.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/fodele\/","Location":"Fodele","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/fodele\/","Type":["Sandy","Family Friendly","Well-Organized","Watersports"],"Latitude":"35.40181893369544","Longitude":"24.954242706298828","Zoom_level":15,"Images":{"img_480":"\/village_beach\/photos\/2128\/fodele-thumb-1-480.jpg","img_640":"\/village_beach\/photos\/2128\/fodele-thumb-1-640.jpg","img_1024":"\/village_beach\/photos\/2128\/fodele-thumb-1-1024.jpg"}},{"Title":"Agia Pelagia Psaromoura","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation:\u003C\/strong\u003E 24 km northwest of Heraklion Town\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription:\u003C\/strong\u003E This small beach close to Agia Pelagia is\u00a0a lovely resort northwest of Heraklion Town. It is not organized, so it is ideal for relaxation.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/agia-pelagia-psaromoura\/","Location":"Agia Pelagia Psaromoura","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/agia-pelagia-psaromoura\/","Type":["Pebbled","Secluded","Non-Organized"],"Latitude":"35.41280212542049","Longitude":"25.01762330532074","Zoom_level":13,"Images":{"img_480":"\/village_beach\/photos\/946\/agia-pelagia-psaromoura-thumb-1-480.jpg","img_640":"\/village_beach\/photos\/946\/agia-pelagia-psaromoura-thumb-1-640.jpg","img_1024":"\/village_beach\/photos\/946\/agia-pelagia-psaromoura-thumb-1-1024.jpg"}},{"Title":"Agia Pelagia Mononaftis","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation:\u003C\/strong\u003E 24 km northwest of Heraklion Town\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription:\u003C\/strong\u003E Mononaftis is a narrow beach close to the tourist resort of Agia Pelagia. Surrounded by some rocks, this small cove is organized with sunbeds and umbrellas.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/agia-pelagia-mononaftis\/","Location":"Agia Pelagia Mononaftis","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/agia-pelagia-mononaftis\/","Type":["Pebbled","Well-Organized"],"Latitude":"35.41646600517528","Longitude":"25.01870581852343","Zoom_level":13,"Images":{"img_480":"\/village_beach\/photos\/947\/agia-pelagia-mononaftis-thumb-1-480.jpg","img_640":"\/village_beach\/photos\/947\/agia-pelagia-mononaftis-thumb-1-640.jpg","img_1024":"\/village_beach\/photos\/947\/agia-pelagia-mononaftis-thumb-1-1024.jpg"}},{"Title":"Dermatos","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation:\u003C\/strong\u003E 90 km south of Heraklion Town\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription:\u003C\/strong\u003E A secluded beach on the southern side of Crete, Dermatos is not organized and constitutes an option for total privacy.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/dermatos\/","Location":"Dermatos","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/dermatos\/","Type":["Sandy","Non-Organized"],"Latitude":"34.983614273361425","Longitude":"25.321683883666992","Zoom_level":16,"Images":{"img_480":"\/village_beach\/photos\/2130\/dermatos-thumb-1-480.jpg","img_640":"\/village_beach\/photos\/2130\/dermatos-thumb-1-640.jpg","img_1024":"\/village_beach\/photos\/2130\/dermatos-thumb-1-1024.jpg"}},{"Title":"Analipsi","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation:\u003C\/strong\u003E 20 km east of Heraklion Town\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription:\u003C\/strong\u003E Analipsi is a lovely beach resort with many tourist facilities and watersports centers.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/analipsi\/","Location":"Analipsi","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/analipsi\/","Type":["Sandy","Family Friendly","Well-Organized","Watersports"],"Latitude":"35.33608499610378","Longitude":"25.344793423294856","Zoom_level":13,"Images":{"img_480":"\/village_beach\/photos\/944\/analipsi-thumb-1-480.jpg","img_640":"\/village_beach\/photos\/944\/analipsi-thumb-1-640.jpg","img_1024":"\/village_beach\/photos\/944\/analipsi-thumb-1-1024.jpg"}},{"Title":"Gouves","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation:\u003C\/strong\u003E 16 km east of Heraklion Town\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription:\u003C\/strong\u003E Kato Gouves is a popular tourist resort between Heraklion and Hersonissos. It is developed and offers hotels, watersports centers and organized beaches.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/gouves\/","Location":"Gouves","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/gouves\/","Type":["Diving Club","Sandy","Family Friendly","Well-Organized","Watersports"],"Latitude":"35.334989818364534","Longitude":"25.315603403131433","Zoom_level":13,"Images":{"img_480":"\/village_beach\/photos\/308\/gouves-thumb-1-480.jpg","img_640":"\/village_beach\/photos\/308\/gouves-thumb-1-640.jpg","img_1024":"\/village_beach\/photos\/308\/gouves-thumb-1-1024.jpg"}},{"Title":"Karteros","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation:\u003C\/strong\u003E 8 km east of Heraklion Town\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription:\u003C\/strong\u003E This is a pleasant beach resort close to Heraklion Town, on the northern side of Crete. It usually gets very popular in summer.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/karteros\/","Location":"Karteros","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/karteros\/","Type":["Sandy","Family Friendly","Well-Organized","Watersports"],"Latitude":"35.331840019460664","Longitude":"25.199954613623422","Zoom_level":13,"Images":{"img_480":"\/village_beach\/photos\/942\/karteros-thumb-1-480.jpg","img_640":"\/village_beach\/photos\/942\/karteros-thumb-1-640.jpg","img_1024":"\/village_beach\/photos\/942\/karteros-thumb-1-1024.jpg"}},{"Title":"Keratokambos","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation:\u003C\/strong\u003E 70 km south of Heraklion Town\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription:\u003C\/strong\u003E A secluded resort on the southern side of Crete, Keratokambos is a great choice for quiet vacations.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/keratokambos\/","Location":"Keratokambos","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/keratokambos\/","Type":["Partly-Organized","Sandy","Secluded"],"Latitude":"34.998415813012116","Longitude":"25.38294553756714","Zoom_level":16,"Images":{"img_480":"\/village_beach\/photos\/2137\/keratokambos-thumb-1-480.jpg","img_640":"\/village_beach\/photos\/2137\/keratokambos-thumb-1-640.jpg","img_1024":"\/village_beach\/photos\/2137\/keratokambos-thumb-1-1024.jpg"}},{"Title":"Kokkinos Pyrgos","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation:\u003C\/strong\u003E 67 km southwest of Heraklion Town\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription:\u003C\/strong\u003E Close to the popular resort of Tymbaki stretches Kokkinos Pyrgos, a long sandy beach with a few tourist facilities.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/kokkinos-pyrgos\/","Location":"Kokkinos Pyrgos","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/kokkinos-pyrgos\/","Type":["Sandy","Family Friendly","Non-Organized"],"Latitude":"35.079218347206876","Longitude":"24.741972697019936","Zoom_level":15,"Images":{"img_480":"\/village_beach\/photos\/2138\/kokkinos-pyrgos-thumb-1-480.jpg","img_640":"\/village_beach\/photos\/2138\/kokkinos-pyrgos-thumb-1-640.jpg","img_1024":"\/village_beach\/photos\/2138\/kokkinos-pyrgos-thumb-1-1024.jpg"}},{"Title":"Komos","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation:\u003C\/strong\u003E 67 km southwest of Heraklion Town\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription:\u003C\/strong\u003E Komos is a long, secluded beach around 2 km from the busy resort of Matala. Part of the beach lies right in front of the archaeological site of Komos, while the northern part is a popular spot for nudism.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/komos\/","Location":"Komos","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/komos\/","Type":["Partly-Organized","Sandy"],"Latitude":"35.01761052195467","Longitude":"24.760057428415525","Zoom_level":13,"Images":{"img_480":"\/village_beach\/photos\/953\/komos-thumb-1-480.jpg","img_640":"\/village_beach\/photos\/953\/komos-thumb-1-640.jpg","img_1024":"\/village_beach\/photos\/953\/komos-thumb-1-1024.jpg"}},{"Title":"Paleokastro","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation:\u003C\/strong\u003E 15 km northwest of Heraklion Town\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription:\u003C\/strong\u003E Paleokastro is a small, secluded beach on the way from Heraklion Town to Agia Pelagia. Surrounded by huge rocks, this beach is protected by strong winds.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/paleokastro\/","Location":"Paleokastro","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/paleokastro\/","Type":["Pebbled","Secluded","Non-Organized"],"Latitude":"35.366025735672395","Longitude":"25.038700103759766","Zoom_level":13,"Images":{"img_480":"\/village_beach\/photos\/952\/paleokastro-thumb-1-480.jpg","img_640":"\/village_beach\/photos\/952\/paleokastro-thumb-1-640.jpg","img_1024":"\/village_beach\/photos\/952\/paleokastro-thumb-1-1024.jpg"}},{"Title":"Psari Forada","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation:\u003C\/strong\u003E 88 km southeast of Heraklion Town\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription:\u003C\/strong\u003E Psari Forada is a calm beach on the southern side of Crete. Not much developed or crowded, Psari Forada is a lovely family resort.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/psari-forada\/","Location":"Psari Forada","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/psari-forada\/","Type":["Sandy","Secluded","Non-Organized"],"Latitude":"34.98347362832018","Longitude":"25.499653816223145","Zoom_level":16,"Images":{"img_480":"\/village_beach\/photos\/2133\/psari-forada-thumb-1-480.jpg","img_640":"\/village_beach\/photos\/2133\/psari-forada-thumb-1-640.jpg","img_1024":"\/village_beach\/photos\/2133\/psari-forada-thumb-1-1024.jpg"}},{"Title":"Sidonia","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation:\u003C\/strong\u003E 90 km south of Heraklion Town\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription:\u003C\/strong\u003E A quiet beach on the southern side of Crete, Sidonia is located right next to the family resort of Psari Forada.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/sidonia\/","Location":"Sidonia","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/sidonia\/","Type":["Sandy","Secluded","Non-Organized"],"Latitude":"34.984686683856495","Longitude":"25.497357845306396","Zoom_level":16,"Images":{"img_480":"\/village_beach\/photos\/2132\/sidonia-thumb-1-480.jpg","img_640":"\/village_beach\/photos\/2132\/sidonia-thumb-1-640.jpg","img_1024":"\/village_beach\/photos\/2132\/sidonia-thumb-1-1024.jpg"}},{"Title":"Tertsa","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation:\u003C\/strong\u003E 88 km southeast of Heraklion Town\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription:\u003C\/strong\u003E Tertsa is a quiet beach\u00a0between Psari Forada and Myrtos. The beach is not organized but has some tourist facilities above it.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/tertsa\/","Location":"Tertsa","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/tertsa\/","Type":["Pebbled","Secluded","Non-Organized"],"Latitude":"34.991507588994445","Longitude":"25.532612800598145","Zoom_level":16,"Images":{"img_480":"\/village_beach\/photos\/2134\/tertsa-thumb-1-480.jpg","img_640":"\/village_beach\/photos\/2134\/tertsa-thumb-1-640.jpg","img_1024":"\/village_beach\/photos\/2134\/tertsa-thumb-1-1024.jpg"}},{"Title":"Treis Ekklisies","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation:\u003C\/strong\u003E 65 km south of Heraklion Town\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription:\u003C\/strong\u003E Located on the southern side of Crete, Treis Ekklisies is a secluded resort accessible through a track road.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/treis-ekklisies\/","Location":"Treis Ekklisies","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/treis-ekklisies\/","Type":["Family Friendly","Pebbled","Secluded","Non-Organized"],"Latitude":"34.95339641297574","Longitude":"25.136160850524902","Zoom_level":17,"Images":{"img_480":"\/village_beach\/photos\/2136\/treis-ekklisies-thumb-1-480.jpg","img_640":"\/village_beach\/photos\/2136\/treis-ekklisies-thumb-1-640.jpg","img_1024":"\/village_beach\/photos\/2136\/treis-ekklisies-thumb-1-1024.jpg"}},{"Title":"Vathi","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation:\u003C\/strong\u003E 80 km southwest of Heraklion Town\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription:\u003C\/strong\u003E Vathi is a secluded and unorganized beach a few kilometers\u00a0from Matala. It can be reached through a track road from Sivas.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/vathi\/","Location":"Vathi","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/vathi\/","Type":["Sandy","Secluded","Non-Organized"],"Latitude":"34.95250825956317","Longitude":"24.754514694213867","Zoom_level":15,"Images":{"img_480":"\/village_beach\/photos\/2135\/vathi-thumb-1-480.jpg","img_640":"\/village_beach\/photos\/2135\/vathi-thumb-1-640.jpg","img_1024":"\/village_beach\/photos\/2135\/vathi-thumb-1-1024.jpg"}},{"Title":"Linoperamata","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation:\u003C\/strong\u003E 7 km west of Heraklion Town\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription:\u003C\/strong\u003E This is a long, sandy shore\u00a0next to the popular resort of Ammoudara.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/linoperamata\/","Location":"Linoperamata","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/linoperamata\/","Type":["Sandy","Non-Organized"],"Latitude":"35.340253751444614","Longitude":"25.058890518215378","Zoom_level":13,"Images":[]},{"Title":"Messara Gulf","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation:\u003C\/strong\u003E 7 km southwest of Heraklion Town\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription:\u003C\/strong\u003E The Gulf of Messara is located on the southwestern side of Heraklion Crete and comprises lovely beaches, such as Matala, Kalamaki and Komos.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/messara-gulf\/","Location":"Messara Gulf","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/messara-gulf\/","Type":[],"Latitude":"35.07117159460969","Longitude":"24.727306365966797","Zoom_level":13,"Images":[]},{"Title":"Afrathias","Small_text":"\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation\u003C\/strong\u003E: 61 km southwest of Heraklion Town\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription\u003C\/strong\u003E:\u00a0Afrathias Beach is a sandy and partially organized shore. The wildlife in the area is truly remarkable, as it is a vital location for immigrating birds and Caretta-caretta turtles.\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00a0\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/afrathias\/","Location":"Afrathias","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/afrathias\/","Type":["Partly-Organized","Sandy"],"Latitude":"35.051978970465086","Longitude":"24.753807248199326","Zoom_level":12,"Images":[]},{"Title":"Anissaras","Small_text":"\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation\u003C\/strong\u003E: 24 km east of Heraklion\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription\u003C\/strong\u003E: Anissaras is suitable for all kinds of swimmers, be they fans of snorkeling, watersports, or laying a towel down on the sand and sunbathing. It also hides the remains of an ancient mine at its eastern end.\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00a0\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/anissaras\/","Location":"Anissaras","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/anissaras\/","Type":["Well-Organized","Sandy"],"Latitude":"35.33754352640146","Longitude":"25.358845942243427","Zoom_level":12,"Images":[]},{"Title":"Aposelemis","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation\u003C\/strong\u003E: 22 km east of Heraklion Town\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription\u003C\/strong\u003E:\u00a0Aposelemis is situated at the mouth of a river, which grants it a lush green environment that forms a small wildlife refuge. Watersports are popular here, owing to the strong northern winds.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/aposelemis\/","Location":"Aposelemis","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/aposelemis\/","Type":["Non-Organized","Sandy"],"Latitude":"35.335286036116955","Longitude":"25.331494465749817","Zoom_level":12,"Images":[]},{"Title":"Arena","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation\u003C\/strong\u003E: 10 km east of Heraklion Town\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription\u003C\/strong\u003E: Arena is a calm sandy beach that serves as a relaxing reward for those willing to leave the motorway and drive on the old National Road instead.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/arena\/","Location":"Arena","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/arena\/","Type":["Well-Organized","Watersports","Sandy"],"Latitude":"35.33079630047442","Longitude":"25.237552600858518","Zoom_level":12,"Images":[]},{"Title":"Arvi","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation\u003C\/strong\u003E: 78 km southeast of Heraklion Town\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription\u003C\/strong\u003E: Arvi is a\u00a0long coast with crystal-clear, shallow waters. The shore is organized and the area provides a variety of taverns, restaurants, and shops.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/arvi\/","Location":"Arvi","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/arvi\/","Type":["Partly-Organized","Sandy","Pebbled"],"Latitude":"34.99147941611658","Longitude":"25.452353743440458","Zoom_level":12,"Images":[]},{"Title":"Elygias","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation\u003C\/strong\u003E: 72 km south of Heraklion Town\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription\u003C\/strong\u003E:\u00a0Elygia Beach is a small, secluded shore located east of Agios Ioannis settlement. It\u2019s a charming alternative for those who prefer to avoid large crowds.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/elygias\/","Location":"Elygias","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/elygias\/","Type":["Secluded","Non-Organized","Sandy","Pebbled"],"Latitude":"34.9419576534018","Longitude":"25.05694756999709","Zoom_level":12,"Images":[]},{"Title":"Fylakes","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation\u003C\/strong\u003E: 24 km east of Heraklion Town\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription\u003C\/strong\u003E:\u00a0Fylakes feels like a slice of the Caribbean misplaced in Crete, and its seclusion offers an unrivaled sense of calm.\u00a0\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/fylakes\/","Location":"Fylakes","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/fylakes\/","Type":["Non-Organized","Sandy"],"Latitude":"35.40833595835211","Longitude":"25.02065484164013","Zoom_level":12,"Images":[]},{"Title":"Gefyri","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation\u003C\/strong\u003E: 26 km east of Heraklion\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription\u003C\/strong\u003E:\u00a0Gefyri is a well-organized beach east of Hersonissos, characterized by the walls that separate it from the nearby road. 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The most popular ones are Sarantaris and Giofyri Beach, which are both organized.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/limanakia\/","Location":"Limanakia","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/limanakia\/","Type":["Well-Organized","Facilities","Family Friendly"],"Latitude":"35.32665508612484","Longitude":"25.38701217545418","Zoom_level":12,"Images":[]},{"Title":"Listi","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation\u003C\/strong\u003E: 69 southeast of Heraklion Town\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription\u003C\/strong\u003E: Listi is a lovely shore with crystal-clear waters, covered in soft gray sand.\u00a0The most notable element of this beach is the large rocks that can be found on the coast and in the water.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/listi\/","Location":"Listi","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/listi\/","Type":["Non-Organized","Sandy"],"Latitude":"34.989290650557784","Longitude":"25.34683557169676","Zoom_level":12,"Images":[]},{"Title":"Mades","Small_text":"\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation\u003C\/strong\u003E: 20 km northwest of Heraklion Town\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription\u003C\/strong\u003E: Mades is a well-organized shore, covered in coarse sand and pebbles. Despite providing amenities, its ambiance is tranquil.","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/mades\/","Location":"Mades","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/mades\/","Type":["Well-Organized","Sandy","Pebbled"],"Latitude":"35.400114151491685","Longitude":"25.034216932566224","Zoom_level":12,"Images":[]},{"Title":"Pantanassa","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation\u003C\/strong\u003E: 15 km northwest of Heraklion Town\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription\u003C\/strong\u003E:\u00a0Pantanassa combines with the neighboring marina to offer a quaint example of the dichotomy between natural and man-made.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/pantanassa\/","Location":"Pantanassa","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/pantanassa\/","Type":["Partly-Organized","Pebbled"],"Latitude":"35.355754239610036","Longitude":"25.041603561314094","Zoom_level":12,"Images":[]},{"Title":"Psarocharako","Small_text":"\u003Cp\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation\u003C\/strong\u003E: 78 km southeast of Heraklion Town\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription\u003C\/strong\u003E: Psarocharako is covered in soft sand. The spot is famous for its islet, which resembles a submarine.\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/psarocharako\/","Location":"Psarocharako","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/psarocharako\/","Type":["Non-Organized","Sandy"],"Latitude":"34.991367657662224","Longitude":"25.528953035460198","Zoom_level":12,"Images":[]},{"Title":"Skouros","Small_text":"\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation\u003C\/strong\u003E:\u00a062 km southeast of Heraklion Town\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription\u003C\/strong\u003E:\u00a0The pristine Skouros is located in the area of Viannos, right after the small port of Kastri. It is not organized and boasts transparent azure waters surrounded by a verdant landscape.","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/skouros\/","Location":"Skouros","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/skouros\/","Type":["Non-Organized","Sandy","Pebbled"],"Latitude":"34.99596459460442","Longitude":"25.365910369126958","Zoom_level":12,"Images":[]},{"Title":"Trachoulas","Small_text":"\u003Cstrong\u003ELocation\u003C\/strong\u003E: 69 km southwest of Heraklion Town\u003Cbr \/\u003E\n\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription\u003C\/strong\u003E:\u00a0Trachoulas Beach is a charming shore, ideal for a relaxing and blissful swim. The beach is covered in dark sand and fine pebbles, while the water is deep and crystal clear.\n\u003Cp\u003E\u00a0\u003C\/p\u003E\n","Url_location":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/trachoulas\/","Location":"Trachoulas","Url":"\/crete\/heraklion\/beaches\/trachoulas\/","Type":["Secluded","Non-Organized","Pebbled"],"Latitude":"34.9265699012184","Longitude":"24.95945317318505","Zoom_level":12,"Images":[]}],"best_beaches_filters":{"Type":["Diving Club","Facilities","Family Friendly","Non-Organized","Nudism-Friendly","Partly-Organized","Party","Pebbled","Sandy","Secluded","Watersports","Well-Organized","Windsurfing"],"Location":["Afrathias","Agia Pelagia","Agia Pelagia Mononaftis","Agia Pelagia Psaromoura","Agiofaraggo","Amnissos","Amoudara","Analipsi","Anissaras","Aposelemis","Arena","Arvi","Dermatos","Elygias","Fodele","Fylakes","Gefyri","Gouves","Hersonissos","Kalamaki","Karteros","Keratokambos","Kokkini","Kokkini Hani","Kokkinos Pyrgos","Komos","Limanakia","Linoperamata","Listi","Lygaria","Mades","Malia","Matala","Messara Gulf","Paleokastro","Pantanassa","Psari Forada","Psarocharako","Sidonia","Skouros","Stalida","Tertsa","Tobrouk","Trachoulas","Treis Ekklisies","Tripiti","Tsoutsouros","Tymbaki","Vathi"]},"best_beaches_extra_data":{"load_more":"N","current":49}}

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