Royal Road

Royal Road is a ruins in Heraklion, Crete. Royal Road is situated nearby to the ruins Theatre, as well as near West Court.

Places of Interest Nearby

Highlights include Knossos and Throne Room.

Knossos

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Knossos is an archaeological site in Crete that was occupied from the Neolithic through the ninth century AD. 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 110 metres southeast of Royal Road.

Throne Room

Ruins

Photo: Oltau, CC BY 3.0.

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 110 metres southeast of Royal Road.

Heraklion Indoor Sports Arena

Sports venue

Photo: Georgekok-Greece, CC BY-SA 4.0.

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 3 km north of Royal Road.