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The archaeological site of Fourni can be found on a hill with the same name, situated 17km south of Heraklion and southwest of Kato Archanes. To visit the site (which is not always open, but you can contact the guard), you can either walk along the Minoan path that starts from Kato Arhanes and crosses the stunning artificial grove of Fourni, or climb the stairs from the Apano Archanes ring road.
At Fourni, archaeologists have identified a preminoan cemetery (2800BC-2200BC) which is, in fact, the largest prehistoric cemetery in the Aegean Sea. Additionally, more graves have been discovered, dating back to the period between 2200BC and 1200BC. You can also see the quarry from which the materials for the cemetery’s construction were extracted.
Archaeologist Ioannis Sakellarakis began excavations in 1964, and so far, 26 buildings have been uncovered, with most of them being graves. The objects found in these graves suggest that ancient Archanes had strong connections with the Aegean, Egypt, and the East.
Due to its significant findings, Fourni is considered the most important Minoan cemetery on Crete. The most notable discovery was the unlooted sarcophagus of the “Queen,” containing jewelry (over 140 pieces) of immense value and other items believed to accompany her to the next world. Remains of an ox and a horse sacrifice were also found. Many of these findings are exhibited in the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion and the Archaeological Museum of Archanes.
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Find below the list of hotels near Fourni Minoan Cemetery:
Set in Archanes, 8.4 km from The Palace of Knossos and 14 km from Venetian Walls, The Archanes Sapphire offers air-conditioned accommodation with a terrace and free WiFi. With mountain views, this accommodation provides a balcony.
The apartment has 3 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with streaming services and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a dishwasher, an oven, a washing machine, a fridge and a stovetop. Towels and bed linen are offered in the apartment.
Heraklion Archaeological Museum is 15 km from the apartment, while Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos is 26 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 12 km from The Archanes Sapphire.
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€135
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Boasting pool views, The Olive Grove Cottage with private swimming pool features accommodation with a patio and a coffee machine, around 7.5 km from The Palace of Knossos. This holiday home features a private pool, a garden, barbecue facilities, free WiFi and free private parking.
The holiday home with a terrace and mountain views has 4 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are available in the holiday home.
The holiday home offers an outdoor fireplace. If you would like to discover the area, cycling is possible in the surroundings.
Venetian Walls is 13 km from The Olive Grove Cottage with private swimming pool, while Heraklion Archaeological Museum is 14 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International, 11 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Villa Kazantzakis is a holiday home featuring a garden with an outdoor pool, set in Archanes. The property is 10 km from Heraklio Town and boasts views of the mountains. Free WiFi is featured and free private parking is available on site.
A dishwasher and an oven can be found in the kitchen and there is a private bathroom with bath robes and free toiletries. A flat-screen TV with satellite channels and DVD player is available. Other facilities at Villa Kazantzakis include a year-round outdoor pool.
Bike hire is available at the property and the area is popular for cycling. Heraklion International Airport is 10 km away.
Located 7.3 km from The Palace of Knossos in Káto Arkhánai, GUEST HOUSE APHRODITE provides accommodation with air conditioning and free WiFi.
Each unit comes with a terrace, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a washing machine, and a private bathroom with shower and a hair dryer.
Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at the apartment.
Venetian Walls is 13 km from GUEST HOUSE APHRODITE, while Heraklion Archaeological Museum is 13 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 11 km from the accommodation.
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€69
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Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a private pool, Iris Villa 3 – Archanes Crete is set in Káto Arkhánai. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.
The villa is fitted with 2 bedrooms, a TV and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a dishwasher, an oven, a washing machine, a microwave and a toaster. Towels and bed linen are featured in the villa.
Guests can also relax in the garden.
The Palace of Knossos is 7.4 km from the villa, while Venetian Walls is 13 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International, 11 km from Iris Villa 3 – Archanes Crete, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Located in Archanes, 9.4 km from The Palace of Knossos and 15 km from Venetian Walls, The H Experience – The Good Life Archanes – Free parking offers air conditioning. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.
The apartment with a terrace and mountain views features 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment.
A car rental service is available at the apartment.
Heraklion Archaeological Museum is 16 km from The H Experience – The Good Life Archanes – Free parking, while Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos is 27 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International, 13 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
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€131
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