Municipality of Heraklion

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Municipality of Heraklion, Administrative center in Crete, Greece

The municipality covers 244.6 square kilometers of territory and functions as the primary administrative division for the region of Heraklion on Crete island.

The municipality emerged from centuries of different administrative systems, including Venetian and Ottoman periods, before establishing its current structure after joining Greece in 1913.

The municipal government maintains multiple social centers, medical facilities, and integration programs designed to support residents from diverse backgrounds and circumstances.

The administrative offices coordinate essential public services, manage urban development projects, and operate support centers for residents across the entire municipal territory.

The municipality implements specialized programs through the Migrant Integration Center, providing direct assistance to international residents and managing refugee settlement initiatives.

Location: Περιφερειακή Ενότητα Ηρακλείου

Address: Heraklion, Greece Heraklion

Website: https://heraklion.gr

GPS coordinates: 35.25034,25.07528

Latest update: April 18, 2025 16:04

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