There is something about Greece that sets it apart from many other holiday destinations across the globe; its mythological ...

Crete, the largest Greek island, has been producing wine for thousands of years. Archaeological evidence from Myrtos suggests ...

The ancient Greeks on Crete may have cheated the Romans by exporting "knock-off" versions of their highly prized raisin wine.

For the past ten years, I have been studying the process of how this wine was created at the archaeological site of Knossos in Crete. While famous for its earlier, Minoan, remains, Crete was ...

In 2024, the Palace of Knossos on the island of Crete witnessed a surge in tourism, with the number of visitors exceeding one million and surpassing the previous record set in 2019, according to SKAI.

A labyrinth of massive columns and beautiful frescoes, the Palace of Knossos is a testament to the sophistication of the Minoan civilization that disappeared sometime in the 14th century.

IT is now nearly thirty years since the political liberation of Crete from Turkish rule made excavation possible on the site of ancient Knossos; and the knoll then called Kephála had been ...

Larger cultural sites, such as the Heraklion Archaeological Museum and the Palace of Knossos, are within 30 minutes, as is Heraklion International Airport. Indoors: The main entrance is on the ...

New AI models from tech giants are set to revolutionise weather prediction. But as our climate becomes more extreme, we need ...

Sun-soaked beaches, fresh seafood and towns brimming with fascinating architecture and culture, Tunisia in North Africa is both an inspiring and safe bet for an awesome summer holiday. Come August, ...