A labyrinth of massive columns and beautiful frescoes, the Palace of Knossos is a testament to the sophistication of the Minoan civilization that disappeared sometime in the 14th century.

A polychrome relief of a bull adorns the north entrance of the Palace of Knossos. Bull imagery saturates Cretan art, appearing in jewelry, ceramics, sculpture, and painting. FUNKYSTOCK/AGE ...

They were known as the Minoans after their legendary king, Minos. Image caption, This is the Great Palace of Knossos on the island of Crete. The Minoan civilisation grew rich on trade and they ...

They were known as the Minoans after their legendary king, Minos. Image caption, This is the Great Palace of Knossos on the island of Crete. The Minoan civilisation grew rich on trade and they ...

Explore the ancient Palace of Knossos. Catch some sun on Elafonissi Beach, one of the world’s most beautiful pink-sand beaches. Wander the streets of Chania’s Old Town to admire Venetian ...

Crete’s bustling capital, Heraklion, is a city with a rich history, lots of culture, and lots of Mediterranean charm. There ...

From the earliest examples of bathing facilities at the Palace of Knossos on the Greek island of Crete to modern architectural marvels like Peter Zumthor’s Therme Vals in Switzerland ...