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Basilica of St. Mark

Lion Square, Pl. Kallergion 100, Heraklion 712 02

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About this venue

The Basilica of St. Mark is a cultural and historical landmark in Heraklion, housed in a 13th-century Venetian church that was later converted into a mosque. Today it operates as an art gallery. It stands on Lion Square in the city centre. Visitors can view its exhibitions during the stated opening hours, with morning and evening sessions on weekdays and mornings only on Saturdays.

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Opening hours
Monday to Friday: 9AM-2PM and 5-9PM; Saturday: 9AM-2PM; Sunday: Closed

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Lion Square, Pl. Kallergion 100, Heraklion 712 02

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Where is the Basilica of St. Mark located?

It is located on Lion Square, Pl. Kallergion 100, in Heraklion.

What is the Basilica of St. Mark today?

It is an art gallery housed in a 13th-century Venetian church that was later converted into a mosque.

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