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CRETAquarium
Mediterranean-focused aquarium in Crete showcasing the rich marine biodiversity of the Eastern Mediterranean Sea.
1 km · about 5 min drive
Crete, Greece · Europe
Goúrnes is worth a stop: 20 minutes from Skalánion, 11km from Palace of Knossos.
Goúrnes is a town located in Crete, Greece. With a population of 1,628, it is an important destination in Europe.
On a road trip, Goúrnes sits in Greece, where you drive on the right. It's in the Europe/Athens time zone. Below you'll find where to stay, things to do nearby, and everything you need to add Goúrnes to your route.
Iraklion Air Station was a United States Air Force facility located 16 kilometers (9.9 mi) east of the city of Iraklion near the village of Gournes, in the north central section of the Greek island of Crete.
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Goúrnes is located in Crete, Greece, Europe. The coordinates are 35.3263 latitude, 25.2774 longitude.
Goúrnes has a population of approximately 1,628 people, making it a town in Greece.
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landmark
Mediterranean-focused aquarium in Crete showcasing the rich marine biodiversity of the Eastern Mediterranean Sea.
1 km · about 5 min drive
ancient ruins
The largest Bronze Age archaeological site on Crete and ceremonial center of the Minoan civilization, associated with the myth of the Labyrinth and the Minotaur.
11 km · about 20 min drive
museum
One of the greatest museums in Europe, housing the world's finest collection of Minoan art and artifacts from Crete's Bronze Age palaces.
13 km · about 25 min drive
castle
A fortified islet off Crete with Venetian ramparts, once a leper colony, now one of Greece's most atmospheric historical sites.
42 km · about 50 min drive
April to October
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