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Australia’s First Battle of Crete Memorial Gets Green Light to Proceed

Work on the Battle of Crete Memorial at Kings Park in Perth, Western Australia is underway after many years of planning, negotiating, and fundraising. Battle...

The Mysterious Minoan ‘Snake Goddess’ of Crete

Since the discovery of the so-called Minoan ‘Snake Goddesses,’ it has been debated whether British archaeologist Arthur Evans' ideas and overstatements about Minoan culture...

Why Ancient Roman Concrete Lasted Thousands of Years

The ancient Romans were great builders, especially known for their aqueducts. These are still standing today because they were made with a special kind...

The Mysterious Lake of Agios Nikolaos, Crete

Lake Voulismeni (Greek: Λίμνη Βουλισμένη) is an ancient lake located in the center of the city of Agios Nikolaos on the Greek island of Crete.

The ‘Atlantis of Crete’: The Sinking Village of Sfentyli

The locals call it the "Atlantis of Crete." The ancient village of Sfentyli is sinking slowly but inevitably into the waters of a reservoir...

Curetes, the Mythical First Inhabitants of Crete

The Curetes were purportedly the first inhabitants of the Greek island of Crete. They were mythical creatures, specifically legendary benign deities who lived prior...

Evidence of Human Sacrifice in Minoan Civilization Found in Crete

Whether human sacrifices took place in ancient Minoan civilization is a topic of great debate among scholars, with some claiming there is strong archaeological...

Ancient Gold Coins of Alexander the Great Found in Chania, Crete

New archaeological discoveries on Kastelli Hill in the Old Town of the city of Chania, Crete, have brought to light a unique monetary collection...

The 3,400-Year-Old Minoan Tomb Discovered on Crete

An intact chamber tomb dating from the late Minoan period discovered in Crete in 2018, provides valuable insights into Minoan culture and society. It is...

The Stunning Ancient Greek Theater Discovered on Crete

An ancient Greek theater has recently been discovered at the remote ancient site of Lissos south of Chania on Crete. Facing east, the structure appears...