What is the capital of Crete?

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Heraklion or Iraklion, is the capital of Crete. It is the largest city of Greece . Its name is also spelled Herakleion (transliteration of ancient/Katharevousa name), or Iraklio. It was called Candia for centuries.

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Heraklion

Heraklion (Greek Î—ÏÎ¬ÎºÎ»ÎµÎ¹Î¿) [1] also transliterated as Heraklio, Iraklion or Irakleio is the major city and capital of the largest Greek island of Crete.

etchen99

Heraklion

Gemini23

The capital is Heraklion.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Crete

glljansen

Like in so many other countries, the capital is crowdy, busy, durty and not pleasant.
Heraklion is not different, but the port and the magnificent museum are worth while drauwning in this pool of differences..
Love Greece, adore Crete..

loopytoo

Heraklion is the commercial capital of Crete

jean

it is crete

Crete is the largest of the Greek islands and the fifth largest island in the Mediterranean. Linking Asia, Africa, and Europe, it has served as a cultural crossroad and a place that boasts of four thousand years of uninterrupted habitation. Its cities have been home to centuries of historic change both in its terrain and its people. Today Crete is a hedonist's heaven. A proud exhibitor of archaeological wonders, beautiful beaches, and gorgeous surroundings, visitors to Crete will find themselves encircled by luxury.

Inhabited since 6500 BC, Crete's Minoan history is evident in the archaeological remains that tourists still marvel at. The prehistoric Cretans' art legacy, dating back to the Bronze Age, remains in museums and galleries throughout the island.

Crete's four major cities are all distinct. Western Crete is home to Chania and Rethymnon, two cities that boast of having Crete's loveliest beaches. The east begins with Iraklion, on the northern side of Crete. It is both the largest city and the capital of the island. Here you will find constant activity because most tourists arrive here first when they come to Crete. It is a place rich with history and archaeological sites, including the Palace of Knossos. 135 miles east of Iraklion is Ayios Nikolaos, a popular resort town where visitors can enjoy shopping, dining, and at night, dancing at one of the many downtown nightclubs.

Crete is a tourist hub, and rightfully so. It combines natural wonders with plenty of industry to accommodate the tourist's desires to shop, eat, relax, and learn all at once. Tourists will delight in the family-run taverns that supply the hungry visitor with meats like lamb and pork and a host of specialty cheeses and wines. However, Crete's landscape is probably its biggest asset. Its coastline has earned it the nickname Big Blue. Cretans enjoy the water that surrounds them, as do tourists. A favorite sport at most any beach is windsurfing, and rentals are normally available. Much of the terrain on Crete is rough, but this can also make for a nice challenge if you are a hiker, biker, or nature enthusiast. For those less physically inclined, Crete offers plenty of museums and unique activities that will allow you to take it easy and enjoy. Bird watching, for example, is common in Iraklion, where migratory birds fly en masse. Regardless of your interests, Crete is sure to inspire awe with its rich history and modern splendor.

Crete Facts
Currency Euro
Language Greek
Area Code 28102, 28103, 28210, 28310, 28410

blackmamba1102

The Capital City of Crete is Heraklion.

Crete is a region of Greece. It is the biggest island of Greec and the most southern one, except for the little island of Gavdos. Crete is 260 km (160 miles) long and 56 km (35 miles) at it's widest point. The area is 8,260 sq km (3,190 sq mi). It's population is close to 600,000. They speek Greek and their religion is Greek Orthodox

The Currency they use is Euro.

lintagr

Herakleion or Irakleio is the bigest city in population and the capital of Crete.

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Heraklion or Iraklion

soubassakis

Now: Heraclion!
Till some decades ago it was Chania!
Of course, this system of capitals is not Greek! Greeks were used to city states! But, in Crete, from antiquity, there were many (90 in Homer times) city states, independent and in peace, all accepting Knossos at their capital! The port of Knossos was Heraclion!
Further, if you do not mean which city is the capital, then if you mean financial capital: is tourism, then Olive oil and Wine!
Mainly, the real capital is the people of Crete!

jess k

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