Credit: Greek Ministry of Culture The recent excavation at the Minoan palace of Archanes, in Crete, has yielded an extraordinary and unique discovery under the direction of archaeologist Dr. Efi ...

Between about 3000 and 1100 B.C., the Minoans created one of the first complex European cultures on the island of Crete — leaving ... The ancient palace Knossos is the best known example of ...

The Minoan Road, over 3,500 years old, is the oldest known paved road in Europe. It connected the prominent Minoan cities ...

A labyrinth of massive columns and beautiful frescoes, the Palace of Knossos is a testament ... Since then, it has become the biggest tourist draw on Crete. Knossos is located about 3 miles ...

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Perhaps the inspiration for Atlantis, Minoan civilization born on the island of Crete spread throughout the Mediterranean before it mysteriously collapsed. Many myths and legends of Crete center ...

Crete, Greece’s largest island, is known for its historical sites, stunning scenery and local culture. This guide provides an overview of what to expect when visiting Crete. Visit the ancient ...

Photo: Greek Ministry of Culture Two new important archeological discoveries have emerged in Greece – a gate sanctuary found at the Minoan palace of Archanes on the island of Crete and a tomb ...