Saint Minas Cathedral

Heraklion, Greece

The Agios Minas Cathedral is a Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Heraklion, serving as the seat of the Archbishop of Crete. It was built over the time period of 1862-1895. The construction was interrupted during the Cretan Revolution of 1866–1869. It is one of the largest cathedrals in Greece, with a capacity of 8,000 people.

References:

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Address

Karterou, Heraklion, Greece

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Details

Founded: 1862-1895
Category: Religious sites in Greece

More Information

en.wikipedia.org

Rating

4.7/5 (based on Google user reviews)

Interesting Sites Nearby

Knossos (5,3 km)
Heraklion Archaeological Museum (0,6 km)
Saint Titus Church (0,4 km)
Koules Fortress (0,9 km)
Historical Museum of Crete (0,5 km)

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Gortyn (34,8 km)
Malia Minoan Palace (33,2 km)
Keras Kardiotissas Monastery (32,5 km)
Hodegetria Monastery (50,5 km)
Kremasta Convent (44,7 km)
Agarathos Monastery (16,3 km)
Vosakou Monastery (26,8 km)
Vrontisi Monastery (31,3 km)

User Reviews

David EB (11 months ago)
Beautiful cathedral in middle of Heraklion. Worth a visit to see the largest religious church in this city.

Cookie Chan (15 months ago)
A church of beautiful architecture, both inside and outside. Not too far from the old town.

Ezio Accaputo (15 months ago)
What a beautiful orthodox church!!!! I really love it! If you are in Heraklio, you can't miss it! It's really amazing both the architecture and the interiors where paintings cover the ceiling and a great chandelier shines!!!!

Radu Jurca (16 months ago)
As all Orthodox Churches, alive and very nice example of Neo Byzantine Style.

Hannah Wild (19 months ago)
A spectacular cathedral with such amazing architecture and paintings. It's such a tranquil place and lovely to unwind. Free to enter.

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