Koules Fortress and the Venetian Harbor, Heraklion

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Περιφερειακή Ενότητα Ηρακλείου

Koules Fortress and the Venetian Harbor, Heraklion

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Koules Fortress and the Venetian Harbor, Heraklion

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Location: Περιφερειακή Ενότητα Ηρακλείου, Greece

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May 10, 2022

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Harbor basin for small fishing boats and sports boats.

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Bucky

October 19, 2022

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The berths of the fishing boats and sports boats are always interesting for photographers.

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Ulrike

April 2, 2015

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The port of Heraklion is dominated by the Venetian fortress whose walls successfully resisted the intimidating Turks in the 17th century. Opposite is the arsenal with arcades, where ships were built and repaired

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Fortress of Koules – Heraklion Marina loop from Heraklion

6.21km

01:36

30m

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

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Fortress of Koules – Heraklion Market Street loop from Heraklion

5.47km

01:26

40m

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

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#3.

Fortress of Koules – Heraklion Market Street loop from Heraklion

5.16km

01:23

60m

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

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Elevation -10 m

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Location: Περιφερειακή Ενότητα Ηρακλείου, Greece

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Koules Fortress and the Venetian Harbor, Heraklion

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Fortress of Koules – Heraklion Marina loop from Heraklion

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Fortress of Koules – Heraklion Market Street loop from Heraklion

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Fortress of Koules – Heraklion Market Street loop from Heraklion

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