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The Malia Palace is situated 3km east of Malia town, adjacent to the wetland and Potamos beach. It was a significant Minoan city that housed the third largest Minoan palace, following Knossos and Phaistos. According to mythology, Sarpedon ruled here, who was the brother of Minos and son of Zeus and Europa. Sarpedon was expelled by his brother Minos and then sought refuge in Lycia in Asia Minor.
Until 1880, the existence of the city was completely unknown when the landowner of the Chrysolakkos area discovered a few sheets of gold a few meters west of the palace. This led to excavations in the broader area by gold diggers. In 1915, Joseph Hatzidakis began excavations in the harbour, while in 1921, the French Archaeological School continued the works in Chrysolakkos, where they found one gold jewel depicting bees, which is considered the most important finding of Malia and is displayed in the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion.
The city’s name is still unknown, although it is probable that it was either Tarmaros or Milatos. The city minted its own coins depicting, on both sides, the goddess Athena and two dolphins. Moreover, the town covered an area of 1 square kilometre, with neighbourhoods built sparsely around the palace. The first palace was built around 1900BC occupying an area 8800sq.m., but it later destroyed in 1700BC. The palace had two floors with a central courtyard with a rectangular shape and four wings. The most important part was its west side. There were warehouses with many pots and jars, royal rooms, workshops, a weapons room (where the famous royal scepter was found) and altars. The palace was destroyed again in 1450BC, either by an earthquake or by attack.
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Set in Sissi and only 26 km from Lake Voulismeni, Villa Aktis with Freshwater Pool and Sea View offers accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. This villa provides air-conditioned accommodation with a balcony.
The villa is fitted with 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with sea views.
At the villa guests are welcome to take advantage of a hot tub. Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at Villa Aktis with Freshwater Pool and Sea View, while hiking and walking tours can be enjoyed nearby.
Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos is 27 km from the accommodation, while Heraklion Archaeological Museum is 42 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International, 35 km from Villa Aktis with Freshwater Pool and Sea View, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
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Featuring mountain views, Dreams Villa Luxury Residence offers accommodation with a balcony and a coffee machine, around 26 km from Lake Voulismeni. This villa has a private pool, a garden, barbecue facilities, free WiFi and free private parking.
The villa with a terrace and sea views features 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 2 bathrooms with a shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the villa.
After a day of snorkelling, fishing or hiking, guests can relax in the shared lounge area.
Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos is 27 km from the villa, while Heraklion Archaeological Museum is 42 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International, 35 km from Dreams Villa Luxury Residence, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Tarmaros Apartments has mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking, situated in Sissi, 2.5 km from Potamos Beach.
Each unit features a terrace offering sea views, a satellite flat-screen TV, a dining area, a well-fitted kitchen and a private bathroom with walk-in shower, a hair dryer and free toiletries. An oven, a fridge and stovetop are also available, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle.
The apartment offers a picnic area.
Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at Tarmaros Apartments, while cycling and hiking can be enjoyed nearby.
Lake Voulismeni is 24 km from the accommodation, while Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos is 25 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International, 33 km from Tarmaros Apartments, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
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Situated in Malia close to the sandy beach and Malia center, Sea View Apts & Suites by Pachiplex offers a garden and barbecue. Heraklio Town is 31 km away. Free WiFi is offered throughout the property.
All air-conditioned rooms offer sea-view and safe-box.
Hersonissos is 8 km from Sea View Apts & Suites by Pachiplex, while Agios Nikolaos is 25 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 28 km from Sea View Apts & Suites by Pachiplex.
Sissi Lux Villas features pool views, free WiFi and free private parking, set in Sissi, 2.3 km from Boufos Beach.
The villa provides guests with a terrace, mountain views, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and a hair dryer. A microwave, a toaster and fridge are also featured, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle.
Sissi Lux Villas offers a barbecue.
Guests can enjoy the outdoor swimming pool and garden at the accommodation.
Avlaki Beach is 2.5 km from Sissi Lux Villas, while Lake Voulismeni is 25 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 35 km from the villa.
Situated in Malia, Yiannis Manos Hotel Resort features accommodation with an outdoor pool and a garden.
All air-conditioned units include a fully equipped kitchenette, allowing guests to prepare their own meals. A fridge and kettle are also available.
A continental breakfast can be enjoyed at the property.
The aparthotel offers a sun terrace.
Malia Strip is 900 metres from Yiannis Manos Hotel Resort. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 27 km from the accommodation.
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