The ancient Minoan palace of Zominthos on Crete, located at a height of 1,200 meters, shows that Minoans were highlanders too ...

A team of archaeologists has discovered in Knossos, on the Greek island of Crete, the longest Linear A inscription found to ...

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 ...

For hundreds of years experts have been trying to find answers as to how the great Minoan civilization of Crete came to an ...

What it is: A fired clay disk inscribed with symbols that have never been deciphered Where it is from: The ancient Minoan civilization on the Mediterranean island of Crete When it was made ...

A labyrinth of massive columns and beautiful frescoes, the Palace of Knossos is a testament to the sophistication of the Minoan civilization ... tourist draw on Crete. Knossos is located about ...

Best hotels in Crete, from family-friendly resorts to mountain retreats - Greece's largest island offers every kind of ...

Beyond Crete's sun-drenched beaches is a world of ancient palaces filled with Minoan history, begging for more tourists.

In 2024, the Palace of Knossos on the island of Crete witnessed a surge in tourism ... The Palace of Knossos is the largest of the Minoan palaces in Greece. The Palace of Knossos holds a place ...

Minoan Bull Leaper (made around 3,500 years ago). Bronze statue of bull and acrobat, found in Crete. "Taking the bull by the horns" ... it's a terrifying metaphor. It's how politicians are meant ...

Libby Purves meets actor Brian Cox and singer June Tabor. Coming up at: 21:58 Weather View full schedule Minoan Bull Leaper (made around 3,500 years ago). Bronze statue of bull and acrobat, found ...