In the Minoan palace of Knossos in Crete, a throne room built during the 15th century BC is considered the oldest such room in Europe.

Celestyal Cruises offers authentic, locally curated experiences of lesser-known Greek Islands, including hidden gems like ...

If not for the work of two scholars, Alice Kober and Michael Ventris, the ancient Greek script Linear B would likely still be a mystery.

Experience the magic of Greece: immerse yourself in its rich history, breathtaking landscapes and vibrant culture. A top ...

IF you’re looking for a spring getaway, a small town in Greece may be the perfect place for you. Heraklion is located in ...

A season of festivals promoting culture, music, film, history and flavour - The events you need to pencil in if you want to ...

Santorini, Greece Santorini is a name that conjures images of spellbinding sunsets and iconic white-washed buildings set ...

Crete, the largest of the Greek islands, is a tapestry of splendid beaches, ancient treasures and stunning landscapes.

The Brunswick Beethoven Festival returns to Merri-bek this February for its 17th year. A rendezvous of world-class performers ...

Whether you’re for or against Sir Arthur Evans’s controversial reconstitution of the 1,300-room Palace of Knossos, it doesn’t alter the majesty of this 2000 BC Minoan site. Just a short ...

Discover the beauty of Crete, where ancient history, breathtaking landscapes, and rich culture come together. Explore the legendary Palace of Knossos, hike through the stunning Samaria Gorge, or relax ...

Just 25km from Heraklion, the hotel's strategy for winter is to prioritise culturally focused exploration over sunbaked indolence, and with Crete's preeminent archaeological site, the Minoan palace of ...