Villa Ariadne

Villa Ariadne is a building in Heraklion, Crete. Villa Ariadne is situated nearby to the ruins Little Palace at Knossos, as well as near the archaeological site Βίλα Διονύσου.

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 380 metres southeast of Villa Ariadne.

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 380 metres southeast of Villa Ariadne.

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 3 km north of Villa Ariadne.