at 24.8km (NW) from Geráki village
The General Hospital of Heraklion "Venizeleio & Pananio", named after the great statesman Eleftherios Venizelos, is one of the largest hospitals in Crete with 500 organic beds. It is located 4km away from Heraklion center on the road to Knossos, and occupies an area of 25,000 sq. meters. Venizeleio hospital provides high quality health services to citizens in a friendly and human environment. It was established in 1953 by a donation of Cretans of America and worked initially for Pulmonary Diseases. It was for many years the major hospital in East Crete. Telephone: (+30) 2813 408000 Website: www.venizeleio.gr/
at 25.8km (NE) from Geráki village
Minos Imperial Resort is situated in Milatos Bay, close to the traditional fishing village, and offers a wide variety of sports and leisure activities. Set amidst a lush 190.000-m² area of palm and olive trees and waterfalls, the complex features several swimming pools, 6 restaurants and 5 bars. Tastefully decorated with wooden furnishings, the air-conditioned accommodation of Minos features tiled floors. Each unit opens out to a private balcony enjoying views over the Cretan Sea or the garden and the pool. A satellite TV, a fridge and a hairdryer are available.
at 25.8km (NE) from Geráki village
Neapolis is located 15 km westwards of Agios Nikolaos on the way to Heraklion from where it is roughly 50 km far. Neapolis is built in the green valley of Mirabello. In the period of the Venetian domination its two settlements were named "New Village". But when the seat of the Prefecture was transferred from Fourni to the “New Village” this last was renamed to Neapolis. Neapolis was maintained as the capital of the prefecture of Lasithi till 1904. After that date Agios Nikolaos became the new capital.
at 26.1km (W) from Geráki village
Doúli (GR: Δούλι) is a village in Kenouriou county, located 38 km from Iraklion at an altitude of 440 m above sea level. The earliest reference to it, is to be found in the Duke's Archives of 1372, where it is mentioned as the feudal property of Nic. Venerio. The name figures in all the Venetian censi of the 16th and 17th centuries, as well as in the Turkish (1671) and Egyptian (1834) censi. In 1881, Douli forms part of the municipality of Megali Vrisi with about 170 inhabitants, and again in 1900 with only 21 inhabitants. As of 1920, Douli is a commune in its own right, and today Douli has about 240 residents. The patron saint of the village is Aghios Panteleimonas and the feast of the Saint is celebrated on July 27th.A visit to the old church of Aghios Nikolaos is also a must. For those interested in paleontology, there are fossils to be found at the location 'Pirgos'.
at 26.2km (NW) from Geráki village
Rentacar-Crete offers you low cost car hire with the best fully inclusive car hire rates. We are proud to offer you the best insurance, working together with Greek and European Insurance companies, special Internet offers and excellent services designed to win customer's loyalty.
at 26.2km (NW) from Geráki village
Being in business since 1984 our main aim is to ensure you a stress-free rental experience by providing a variety of cars with features you need for safety and comfort. We offer competitive prices, new and safe cars, 100% fully comprehensive insurance without excess, free mileage, 24h telephone service all over the island, 24h free delivery and collection to/from airport, harbor, hotel or apartment.
at 26.2km (NW) from Geráki village
Heraklion International Airport, "Nikos Kazantzakis" (Greek: Κρατικός Αερολιμένας Ηρακλείου, "Νίκος Καζαντζάκης") or Nikos Kazantzakis International Airport (IATA: HER, ICAO: LGIR) is the primary airport on the island of Crete, Greece. It is located about 5km from the main city of Heraklion. Heraklion International Airport is is one of the biggest in Greece and receives approximately 15% of the total tourist traffic of Greece. There are many airlines currently operating flights from Athens and Thessaloniki to Iraklion (Olympic Airways, Aegean Airlines and others), while during the high season there are flights from/to Rhodes, Mykonos, Santorini and other Greek islands. There are also international airlines that connects Iraklion to other European cities. During the summer season there are numerous chartered flights to Iraklion from all over Europe (mainly Germany, the United Kingdom, Russia, and Holland). During the summer months there is a huge increase in air traffic that peaks in August (approximately 130 flights per day). Major car-rental companies have desks at the airport. Taxi and public bus are available for transfer from/to Iraklion.
at 26.5km (NE) from Geráki village
Kiveli Apartments is just 30 metres from the beach of Milatos. The hotel offers air-conditioned accommodation with view to the sea or mountain, and features a garden with sun beds. The traditional studios come with a kitchenette, each with a 2-ring cooker and fridge. Large units with 2 or 3 bedrooms and a seating area are also available. Hotel Rooms: 7
at 26.7km (E) from Geráki village
Kritsa is one of the most picturesque towns in Crete, built amphitheatrically on a rock hill. It is located 11 km from Agios Nikolaos and has 2000 inhabitants. The people keep the old Cretan customs and the traditions and the town is considered one of the most important centers of the Cretan folk and weaving art.
at 26.8km (NW) from Geráki village
Iraklion (Heraklion or Herakleion) is the largest urban centre in Crete, the capital of the region and the economic centre of the island. The first European civilisation, the Minoan civilisation, flourished on this land 5000 years ago. Currently the population of Iraklion is approximately 150.000 people. It is a very dynamic and cosmopolitan town, particularly during the summer period when thousands of visitors can be seen shopping in the market or visiting the museums and other places of interest. Today Heraklion is the top choice for tourist destinations in the Mediterranean. The city is also the commercial and scientific centre of the island. During the last 20 years the city has made remarkable progress in the academic and technological fields...
