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Bembo Fountain

Archaeological SitesHeraklion City
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Heraklion City, Heraklion, Crete

AreaHeraklion City
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TypeArchaeological Sites
PriceFree to visit

Overview

The Bembo Fountain is the oldest Venetian fountain in Heraklion, Crete, built in 1588 by the Venetian governor Gian Matteo Bembo. It is located in Kornarou Square, just a short walk from the city center, and is a historical and architectural gem.The fountain is decorated with reliefs, architectural fragments, and coats of arms, and it features a central human statue, likely from the Roman era. \n\rNext to it stands a Turkish fountain (Sebil), added during the Ottoman period, which served as a place for offering water to passersby.Although the fountain no longer functions, it still holds the charm of the past and is a great spot for photos and those interested in the layered history of Heraklion.

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