The only way to truly appreciate the beauty and majesty of the landscape of the Greek island of Crete is to walk in it.

Sitting between Asia, Africa and Europe, Crete is located around 200 miles south of mainland Greece. With an area of about 3,300 square miles, Crete is one of the largest islands in the Mediterranean.

From a Mediterranean shipwreck to a mosaic on display in Washington DC, these are the discoveries that made scholars of the ...

A recent study led by Rena Veropoulidou (Museum of Byzantine Culture in Thessaloniki) and Maud Devolder (Ghent University) ...

Makriyialos is the prettiest town on this stretch of coast, with a picturesque fishing harbour, traces of Minoan and Roman settlements ... Hire a car and explore the stark and stunning far east of ...

The Minoan civilization was a Bronze Age culture which was centered on the island of Crete. Known for its monumental architecture and energetic art, it is often regarded as the first civilization in ...

Archaeologists in Crete, Greece, uncovered the building techniques of the Minoan civilization of the Bronze Age Aegean.

A labyrinth of massive columns and beautiful frescoes, the Palace of Knossos is a testament to the sophistication of the Minoan civilization ... tourist draw on Crete. Knossos is located about ...

Beyond its picturesque landscapes, Crete boasts a rich legacy that dates back to the Minoan civilization, making it a cornerstone of European history and culture. The Minoan Civilization: The Cradle ...