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Malia or Mallia is a coastal town and a former municipality in the northeast corner of the Heraklion regional unit in Crete, Greece. Since the 2011 local government reform it is part of the municipality Hersonissos, of which it is a municipal unit. It lies 34 kilometres east of Heraklion, the Cretan capital city. The town was the seat of the municipality of Mália.


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1 - Hersonissos

   9 km away

Hersonissos, also transliterated as Chersonisos and Hersónisos, is a town and a local government unit in the north of Crete, bordering the Mediterranean / Aegean Sea. The town is about 25 kilometers east of Heraklion and west of Agios Nikolaos. What is usually called Hersonissos is in fact its peninsula and harbour. It is part of the Heraklion regional unit. It is situated 25 km from the Heraklion airport and 27 km from the Heraklion port. The seat of the local government unit is the village of Gournes.

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2 - Gouves

   14 km away

Gouves is a village and former municipality in the Heraklion regional unit, Crete, Greece. Since the 2011, local government reform it is part of the municipality Hersonissos, of which it is a municipal unit. The municipal unit has an area of 94.963 km². It lies around 20 km east of Heraklion.

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3 - 4x4 in Hersonissos

   9 km away

 Get ready to discover the real Crete with our incredible Jeep tour! Leave the crowds and cliches behind and join us on a journey that will take you to the heart of the island's unique culture and stunning natural beauty. Meet a local shepherd a...

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4 - Elounda

   21 km away

Elounda, alternatively transliterated as Elounta or Elouda, is a small town on the northern coast of the island of Crete, Greece. It is part of the municipality of Agios Nikolaos.

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5 - Crete

   24 km away

Crete is the largest and most populous of the Greek islands, the 88th largest island in the world and the fifth largest island in the Mediterranean Sea, after Sicily, Sardinia, Cyprus, and Corsica. It bounds the southern border of the Aegean sea.

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6 - Boat Tours in Heraklion

   8 km away

The boat trip starts at the port of Hersonissos*. Motor yacht Lagoon power 43 2004 goes to Dia Island. One of the main advantages of a motor yacht is its speed. If with a sailing catamaran the way to Dia Island takes approximately 2 hours, with&...

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7 - Spinalonga

   25 km away

Spinalonga is an island located in the Gulf of Elounda in north-eastern Crete, in Lasithi, next to the town of Plaka. The island is further assigned to the area of Kalydon.

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8 - Aghios Nikolaos

   25 km away

The Archaeological Museum of Agios Nikolaos is a museum in Agios Nikolaos, Crete, Greece. It is currently closed for restoration. No re-opening date is available.

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9 - Quad biking in Malia

   9 km away

Experience the adventure of a lifetime with an unforgettable guided and self-driving Quad tour in Crete! The expert crew will provide you with all the training you need to safely and confidently explore the island's breathtaking landscapes ...

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10 - Spinalonga fortress

   25 km away
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11 - Agios Nikolaos

   26 km away

Agios Nikolaos or Aghios Nikolaos is a coastal town on the Greek island of Crete, lying east of the island's capital Heraklion, north of the town of Ierapetra and west of the town of Sitia.

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12 - Trekking | Hersonissos

   9 km away

Join a great jeep tour in Crete and explore the South Eastern region of the island. Visit the amazing Sarakinas Gorge, ascend to Katharo Plateau, and swim in the Libyan Sea at Myrtos.

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13 - Knossos

   27 km away

Knossos is the largest Bronze Age archaeological site on Crete and has been called Europe's oldest city. Settled as early as the Neolithic period, the name Knossos survives from ancient Greek references to the major city of Crete.

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14 - Heraklion Archaeological Museum

   30 km away

The Heraklion Archaeological Museum is a museum located in Heraklion on Crete. It is one of the greatest museums in Greece and the best in the world for Minoan art, as it contains the most notable and complete collection of artefacts of the Minoan civilization of Crete.

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15 - Hot Air Ballooning in Heraklion

   9 km away

This program is for those who are looking for a new experience in Crete. The flight is private, which means there will be no strangers, but only you, your friends and the pilot. We take off at dawn so you can enjoy a magnificent sunrise in the mounta...

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16 - Heraklion

   30 km away

Heraklion or Iraklion is the largest city and the administrative capital of the island of Crete and capital of Heraklion regional unit. It is the fifth largest city in Greece with a population of 140,730 according to the 2011 census. The population of the municipality was 173,993. The Bronze Age palace of Knossos, also known as the Palace of Minos, is located nearby.

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Malia is a town in the north coast of the island of Crete, Greece. It is a tourist resort that is particularly popular with young people. The town is a popular tourist destination due to its beautiful beaches and crystal clear waters. Many visitors come to Malia to enjoy the sun and the sea, and to experience the traditional Greek lifestyle. Travelers should be aware that some of the beaches in Malia can be quite crowded during the summer months.

There are many great travel experiences to be had in Malia, Greece. However, one of the best has to be spending time on the beautiful beaches. With crystal clear water and stunning scenery, it's easy to see why so many people flock to this destination.













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