Georgiadis Park
Georgiadis Park
Nature & Outdoors
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It is a small green oasis in the heart of the city that is beloved by the people of Heraklion. A place where young people, families with young children, and individuals of all ages can gather and socialize.
Georgiadis Park is situated a short distance from Eleftherias Square, opposite the statue of Eleftherios Venizelos, and is known for being one of the city's largest green spaces. It's a delightful and refreshing retreat from the noise of the city centre, particularly during the summer.
The park has a cafe-bar, a playground, washroom facilities, and a small herb garden at the entrance. Moreover, it serves as a venue for various cultural events and festivals during the summer.
Georgiadis
At the park entrance stands the statue of Minas Georgiadis, the Mayor of Heraklion in 1934, who was arrested for his resistance activities during the occupation, imprisoned, and later executed in Gazi (June 2, 1942) along with the 62 Martyrs.
Information Municipality of Heraklion
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Heraklion Museum of Visual Arts
The Museum of Visual Arts of Heraklion was established in May 2000 as a non-profit organisation by Kostis and Irene Schizakis.
The collection comprises three distinct sections in its entirety.
The first and most significant section comprises remarkable works by artists from the period spanning 1850 until the present day.
The second section contains what's commonly referred to as ‘light material,’ consisting mainly of works offered as souvenirs by the artists.
The third section documents amateur creations, preserving them for future researchers.
Contact Details:
3 Nymfon Street, Poros
Heraklion, Crete
Tel: +30 697 697 4000
met.heraklion@gmail.com
https://metheraklion.gr/
Visiting hours:
Monday-Friday 18:00-20:00
The Venetian Shipyards at Heraklion
The Venetians built a series of small shipyards (dockyards) (known in Greek as ‘tarsanades’ or more commonly the ‘Neoria’) in the south and eastern section of the port land zone, for the protection and accommodation of various activities related to the operation of the Venetian port.
Their size is impressive, and they were used both to repair and build galleon ships.
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Paliani Monastery
The nunnery of Paliani is located at an altitude of 280m, next to the village Venerato, 20km north of Heraklion at the exit of Venerato Gorge. The monastery is dedicated to the Assumption and celebrates on August 15.
The monastery of Paliani is considered one of the oldest monasteries in Crete, but the exact date of its establishment is unknown. The name is associated with the name Palia Moni (Old Monastery). However, there is a second version, according to which the name Paliani is linked to Apolonia, an ancient city that was located very close to Venerato.
The monastery operates a museum with icons, relics and several books of great historical and archaeological value. The monastery is open from sunrise to sundown to everyone.
Information Region of Crete
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Statue of Eleftherios Venizelos
Eleftherios Venizelos was a prominent Cretan politician, and statues dedicated to him can be found in various parts of the island.
In Heraklion, just a stone's throw from Eleftherias Square, a statue has been erected at a location where visitors can enjoy a splendid view of the city's port.
The bronze statue was crafted by Yiannis Pappas, and designed by architect N Hatzimichalis. It was constructed in 1963, during the tenure of Nikos Krasadakis as the mayor of Heraklion.
Photo 1: guenterm Via Vista.Create
Photo 2: isandro75 Via Vista.Create
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