Before artificial sweeteners, people satisfied their cravings for sweetness with natural products, including honey or dried ...

Where to stay in Crete, Greek's largest island has a plethora of accommodation in its popular cities and beach resorts.

Was King Minos from Greek mythology a real person? This article examines the evidence for the existence of his sea-empire.

Crete, Greece's largest island, is home to some fascinating historical sites, excellent food, and this luxurious hotel with ...

Minoans may have invented the first portable eclipse calculator, predating the Antikythera mechanism by over a millennium.

The Minister of Culture stated that the Ministry is fully aware of the needs regarding the protection of cultural heritage and officially declared the national goal of promoting the Minoan Civilizatio ...

Near the town of Palaikastro, located at the eastern end of the island of Crete, lies the archaeological site of a city from ...

The Minoan Palace of Knossos, attracted over 1,000,000 visitors in 2024 alone and revenues exceeding 11,000,000 Euros. Despite the large revenues generated by the Knossos site, they are not ...

One of the palace's most iconic artworks, the Dolphin Mural depicts dolphins and fish in a lively marine scene. Knossos was a major center of the Minoan civilization, which flourished on Crete ...

The Palaces of Knossos, Malia, and Zakros are all Bronze Age Minoan palace complexes that offer a singular experience, allowing tourists to glimpse into the lives of the ancient peoples ...

The Palace of Knossos is the largest of the Minoan palaces in Greece. The Palace of Knossos holds a place in both mythology and archaeology. It was at the core of the Minoan civilization that ...

History enthusiasts can explore ancient landmarks like the Knossos Minoan Palace, and there are various hiking trails at scenic gorges like Samaria. In the heart of the city, the Heraklion ...