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Περιφερειακή Ενότητα Ηρακλείου

Palace of Phaistos

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Palace of Phaistos

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    1. Palace of Phaistos loop from Agios Ioannis

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    Easy hike. Great for any fitness level. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    March 17, 2022

    According to legend, the city of Phaistos was founded by King Minos and named after a son or grandson of Heracles (Heros Phaistos).

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      January 4, 2024

      Excavation site of an ancient (4000 to 5000 years old) palace of the Minoans. The stop when you visit Matala is worth it, especially if you are almost alone there. A little more information material upon entry (8 euros per person is quite a lot for Crete) wouldn't be bad. Parts of the excavations are closed, which is a shame. The ancients knew exactly where they built their palaces.

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