What island is Hersonissos on?
Crete
Tourism. Hersonissos is a resort area in Crete, which also hosts the only golf club on the island. Tourist sites include; the Hersonissos Aquarium, Labyrinth Theme Park, and the Dinosauria Park in Gournes. There are several beaches in Hersonissos, some with blue flag status.
Where is Hersonissos Old Town?
Ano Hersonissos is 26 kilometres east of Heraklion and about 2 kilometres south of coastal Hersonissos. Ano Hersonissos is a small village which retains its traditional character and must be distinguished from coastal Hersonissos, which is flooded with tourists every summer.
Which airport is closest to Hersonissos?
Heraklion Airport
| Nearest airports from Hersonissos | |
|---|---|
| Heraklion Airport (HER) | 19.51 Km |
| Sitia Airport (JSH) | 64.89 Km |
| Chania Airport (CHQ) | 115.05 Km |
| Santorini Airport (JTR) | 120.87 Km |
Does Hersonissos have an old town?
It is a village rather than an old part of the town. The centre of new Hersonissos is about 1.5 miles away or slightly more. the nearest decent beach is further.
How much is a taxi from Heraklion airport to Hersonissos?
Prices Season 2021 for Taxi transfer one way or with return from Heraklion airport/port/ town.
| DESTINATION (from Heraklion airport) | One Way | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Heraklion Town | 19 euro | 20 min |
| Hersonissos | 32 euro | 29 min |
| Ierapetra Town | 109 euro | 90 min |
| Istron | 83 euro | 79 min |
How far is Hersonissos from airport?
The distance between Heraklion Airport (HER) and Hersonissos is 18 km.
How much is a taxi from Hersonissos to Malia?
The quickest way to get from Hersonissos to Mália is to taxi which costs €10 – €13 and takes 10 min.
How did the town of Hersonissos get its name?
Hersonissos is officially named Limenas Hersonissou (“Port of Hersonissos”), because it was once the harbour of the village of Αno Hersonissos (“Upper Hersonissos”), now known as Old Hersonissos. Ano Hersonissos is 2 kilometres south of seaside Hersonissos, which essentially developed from the 1960s onwards due to tourism.
Where is the early Christian church in Hersonissos?
The Early Christian basilica of Agios Nikolaos is located east of Hersonissos town, at the site of the current church of St. Nicholas. The basilica of the 6th century had dimensions 50mx19m. It was decorated with a mosaic floor which is preserved in better quality than the floor of the nearby basilica in Kastri.
What does it mean to be a Hersonissos in Crete?
Hersonissos also means conference tourism in the large luxury hotels, the only golf course in Crete, and all-inclusive holidays for tourists of all ages who are mostly entertained in their hotel and rarely leave it to get to know the beautiful sights of Crete.
What are the names of the beaches in Hersonissos?
These include Potamos (blue flag) Karteros, Tobruk, Arina (municipal beach), Vathianos Kampos, Kokkini Hani, Gournes, Gouves, Apolselemis, Analipsi, Anissara (blue flag), Sarantaris (municipal beach), Hersonissos, Stalida, Klotsani, Malia and Potamos (municipal beach and blue flag).