Áno Fortétsa
Áno Fortétsa is a locality in Heraklion, Crete. Áno Fortétsa is situated nearby to the locality Makritoíkhos, as well as near the village Marathitis.Places of Interest
Highlights include Knossos and Throne Room.
Knossos
Knossos is an archaeological site and ancient urban centre in Crete, Greece. It is located within the southern periphery of Heraklion, about 5 km south of the city's historic centre.Throne Room
Ruins
The Throne Room was a chamber built for ceremonial purposes during the 15th century BC inside the palatial complex of Knossos, Crete, in Greece. It is found at the heart of the Bronze Age palace of Knossos, one of the main centers of the Minoan civilization and is considered the oldest throne room in Europe.
Places in the Area
Nearby places include Agia Irini Spilia and Vasilies.
Agia Irini Spilia
Hamlet
Agia Irini Spilia is a hamlet, which is situated 3 km southeast of Áno Fortétsa.
Áno Fortétsa
Latitude
35.30175° or 35° 18′ 6″ north
Longitude
25.14603° or 25° 8′ 46″ east
Elevation
141 metres (463 feet)
Open location code
8G77842W+MC
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