4 – Crete in ancient times
The history of Crete (Part IV) from the Protogeometric Period through the Archaic Periods and the classical Hellenistic Age to the reign of Rome (1,100 B.C. to 330 A.D.). Here …
The history of Crete (Part IV) from the Protogeometric Period through the Archaic Periods and the classical Hellenistic Age to the reign of Rome (1,100 B.C. to 330 A.D.). Here …
The history of Crete in the 20th century after the unification with Greece (Part VII). Here to Part VI: Turkish Crete. Crete in the Second World War In the fall …
Water temperatures, climatic data and information about beach holiday in Crete. The danger in the sea, other bathing instructions and dogs on the beach. For a beach holiday in Crete …
The history of Crete (Part II) from the Protopalatial Period (1,900 BC) to the heyday of the Minoans during the Neopalatial Period (until 1,500 BC). here to Part I: History …
The history of Crete (Part I) from the Palaeolithic Period, through the Neolithic (6,100-2,700 BC) to the Prepalatial Period during the Bronze Age. The discovery of Minoan civilization in Crete …
Folklore, traditional dances and costumes, festivals and celebrations in Crete. This extended character trait of the island shows its original form only outside the cities and should not be expected …
The History of Crete (Part VI) under Turkish rule (1669-1898 AD). The Turkish Crete, the wars of independence and unification with Greece. Here to Part V: Byzantine and Venetian rule. …
Flying with the drone in Crete. With a drone, you can take beautiful aerial photos on Crete. However, there are a few things you have to consider in order to …
Fires on the island of Crete. Pictures from fires and extinguishing work, and tips for prevention and reporting of bush and forest fires. Every summer there are serious fires on …
Taxi fares starting from Heraklion airport ‘Nikos Kazantzakis’ on Crete. Hints for taxi shuttles in Crete and the routes in eastern direction via Chersonissos and Malia to Sitia, in western …