Villa Arhanes

Villa Arhanes is a hotel in Heraklion, Crete. Villa Arhanes is situated nearby to Knossos, as well as near the ruins Throne Room.

Places of Interest Nearby

Highlights include Knossos and Throne Room.

Knossos

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Knossos is a Bronze Age archaeological site in Crete. The site was a major centre of the Minoan civilization and is known for its association with the Greek myth of Theseus and the minotaur. Knossos is situated 780 metres east of Villa Arhanes.

Throne Room

Ruins

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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. Throne Room is situated 800 metres east of Villa Arhanes.

Heraklion Indoor Sports Arena

Sports venue

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Heraklion Indoor Sports Arena, or simply, Heraklion Arena, is a multi-purpose indoor arena that is located in the city of Heraklion, on the island of Crete, in Greece. Heraklion Indoor Sports Arena is situated 3½ km northeast of Villa Arhanes.