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The best hotels in Crete, from family-friendly resorts to mountain retreats - Greece's largest island suits every type of holidaymaker – whether you’re seeking an amped-up all-inclusive or a beach hot ...
News Greece » Crete » Culture: ELLE Escapes: Crete
Crete ought to come with a disclaimer (warning: may cause jaw to drop repeatedly). Simply put, Greece’s largest and southernmost island is a stunner. Its geological features feel otherworldly (Google ...
News Greece » Crete » Culture: The Fall of the Minoans in Greek Mythology
One story from Greek mythology that some scholars believe describes the fall of the Minoans is the legend of Theseus and King Minos. According to legend, King Minos ruled from the Cretan city of ...
News Greece » Crete » Culture: Minoan Gate of Heavens and Earth
The Cycladic, the Minoan, and the Mycenaean cultures define the Bronze Age of Greece, 3,100-1,000 BCE. This was a period of flourishing architecture, craftmanship, agriculture, sanitation, including ...
News Greece » Crete » Culture: Hidden Roman Marvel: Crete’s 7-Mile Aqueduct Still Supplies Heraklion
One of the longest ancient Roman aqueducts in the Mediterranean is preserved in excellent condition in Heraklion, capital of Crete, Greece.
News Greece » Crete » Culture: Heraklion, Crete–The Cradle of the Minoan Civilization
According to mythology, Crete was the birthplace of Zeus. Heraklion is the largest city of Crete and one of Greece’s major urban centers. The city flourished under a multicultural influence throughout ...
News Greece » Crete » Culture: 8 Greek Islands Where Culture, Adventure, and Cool Vibes Collide
When you’re thinking of taking a break, you want to focus on destinations that can offer you more than just quiet time. While Greece is famous for its sun-drenched beaches and iconic whitewashed ...
News Greece » Crete » Culture: Autumn in Crete, the Greek island of culture
Blessed with beautiful beaches, mountains, canyons and buzzing cities, Crete undoubtedly has it all. But it’s also a fascinating window into the ancient past. Minoans, Mycenaeans, Romans, Arabs, ...
News Greece » Crete » Culture: The Bronze Age Origins of Greek Civilization
Bronze has been an important metal for millennia. Some two thousand years of Greek history come under the Bronze Age, 3,100 – 1,000 years BCE. This was a time of enormous creativity and courage when ...
News Greece » Crete » Culture: What should tourists never do when visiting Crete, Greece?
Heading to the Greek Islands and not sure what to expect? Well, here we give you the do's and don'ts of visiting the Greek Island of Crete. From taking in the cities of Heraklion and Chania to the ...