Delve into ancient Crete and the Minoan civilization as archaeologists attempt to find the legendary labyrinth of the minotaur. Did this monster of the ancient Greek world really exist and is his ...

With famous museums, dazzling beaches, and ancient ruins, Crete's two sides promise a memorable trip. Arturas Kerdokas, 500px/Getty Images For the Greeks, Crete is megalonissos—the big island—and true ...

Ancient Underwater Minoan City Discovered Off Crete's Coast Sheds New Light on Early Civilization - A comprehensive travel ...

As the southernmost island, most of the development and industry in Crete is on the northern side of the island, leaving its ...

On a summer day in 1908, Italian archaeologist Luigi Pernier unearthed what would become one of history’s most tantalizing puzzles. While excavating the ancient Minoan palace of Phaistos in Crete, ...

The discovery of the Snake Goddess made researchers focus on the mysterious religion of Minoan Crete and its connection of ...

Archaeologists in Crete have discovered an ancient Roman odeon that might have been used for events such as lectures, musical contests and city council meetings. When you purchase through links on our ...

Weapons that dominated Europe for more than 3,000 years were introduced by the ancient Minoan civilisation, according to a new study. Swords, metal battle axes, long bladed spears, shields and ...

A rare Bronze Age tomb of a wealthy Minoan woman has been discovered on the Greek island of Crete by archaeologists during a 'monumental' dig. The fascinating discovery of a full female skeleton ...

It’s just another way of “keeping it in the family.” A new DNA study revealed Monday that several parts of ancient Greece encouraged its citizens to marry their first cousins, according to the Max ...