Ierapetra Attractions

In Ierapetra, you can visit the Minoan ruins, a medieval castle, an Ottoman mosque, a former leper colony, and a house where Napoleon spent a night.

A dolphin statue and a part of the seaside promenade of Ierapetra.
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Ierapetra Attractions

An overview of the exterior of the Byzantine Church of Episkopi in Lasithi region.
photo: Kyrvas at English Wikipedia / CC BY-SA 3.0
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Episkopi Kato Chorio Byzantine Church

Built in the 11th century AD, it is dedicated to St. Georgios and St. Charalambos. It stands out for its distinctive architecture.

An picture of the island of Spinalonga where the Venetian fortifications stand.
photo: Marek Bakajsa / CC BY-SA 2.0
distant ≈ 44.9km
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Spinalonga Fortress (Island)

The Venetians fortified this small island and later became an isolation colony for lepers until 1957. An excellent day trip.

A photo showing the Windmills of Selí Ambélou with the surrounding mountains in the background.
photo: photosiotas / CC BY-SA 4.0
distant ≈ 47.4km
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Windmills of Selí Ambélou

With an amazing view and 24 windmills around, you can take lots of pictures here. There is also a restaurant and a gift shop.

The pedestrian seafront promenade of Ierapetra on Crete with a few tables from nearby bars.
photo: stephanemat / CC BY-SA 3.0
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Promenade of Ierapetra

The pedestrian coastal promenade of of the southmost Greek city passes above a beautiful beach and is crammed with tavernas and cafés.

An old stone-built windmill at the area Poros close to Elounta.
photo: James Preston / CC BY 2.0
distant ≈ 38.7km
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Poros Elounda Windmills

The three old but well-preserved windmills are distinctive trademarks of this windy area. The sea nearby has crystal clear waters.

A light-brown church with a sharp-cornered façade, a dome, and a small belfry - the Panagia Kera Church, Kritsa.
photo: C messier / CC BY-SA 4.0
distant ≈ 25.5km
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Panagia Kera Church

Kritsa

Panagia Kera's distinct exterior look will surprise you, and once inside, the ancient biblical hagiography will fascinate you.

Remains of the Archaeological Site Pyrgos Myrtos with the blue sea in the background.
photo: Olaf Tausch / CC BY 3.0
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Pyrgos (Myrtos) Archaeological Site

Minoan town founded approximately 5000 years ago on a high hill with amazing views. It takes about 15 minutes on foot from the intersection.

A photo of the interior of the Venetian Fortress «Kales» of Ierapetra.
photo: C messier / CC BY-SA 4.0
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Venetian Fort «Kales»

The 13th-century Venetian castle was damaged by strong earthquake in 1508 and later was taken over by the Ottomans in 1647.

A picture of the Ottoman Mosque and the Fountain of the town of Ierapetra.
photo: Marc Ryckaert (MJJR) / CC BY 3.0
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Ottoman Mosque & Fountain

A remarkable piece of Ottoman architecture from 1891, including a mosque and a fountain, which is unfortunately closed to the public.

An image of remains and foundations of the Archeological Site of Ancient Gournia.
photo: Olaf Tausch / CC BY 3.0
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Archeological Site of Ancient Gournia

Ancient Gournia was a Minoan settlement of the 15th century BC that survives in a relatively good state also thanks to restoration works.

A detail of a window and the exterior of the Napoleon's House in Ierapetra.
photo: C messier / CC BY-SA 4.0
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Napoleon's House

Oral tradition has it that Napoleon, on his way to Egypt, stayed incognito overnight in this house. It's credible and it's possible.

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