I’ve just returned from Crete, where I visited the ancient palace of Knossos, and the archaeological museum in Heraklion, where thousands of the artifacts and artworks of ancient Crete are displayed.

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, ...

New research on ancient DNA uncovers complex migration patterns, family ties and endogamy in the prehistoric Aegean region.

Drawing inspiration from the works of Dr. Marija Gimbutas and archaeological discoveries at Akrotiri, Tieken’s meticulous research brings ancient Crete and Santorini to life with vivid detail and rich ...

Crete, Greece's largest island, clocks in at more than 3,000 square miles and offers plenty of ancient history, incredible food, and natural beauty to explore. But you don't have to take my word for ...

Travellers have long been drawn to Greece’s largest island, both for the richness of its past and the beauty of its landscapes. In Chania, the two collide. Built on the site of an ancient Minoan ...