UNESCO has officially added the Minoan palace centers of Crete to its World Heritage List, recognizing their global cultural ...

International recognition of the outstanding universal value of the archaeological sites of Knossos, Phaistos, Malia, Zakros, Zominthos, and Kydonia – Mendoni: A landmark day for our homeland, the ...

The Palace of Knossos is ranked #4 out of 9 things to do in Crete. See pictures and our review of The Palace of Knossos.

I n 2024, the Palace of Knossos on the island of Crete witnessed a surge in tourism, with the number of visitors exceeding one million and surpassing the previous record set in 2019, according to ...

Your essential guide to exploring Crete, Greece. Uncover Minoan history, breathtaking landscapes (Samaria Gorge, Balos), unique beaches, delicious food, and lively nightlife.

For years Palmer mulled over these matters, reading all available documents and even visiting Greece and Crete for first-hand looks. ... the great palace at Knossos was destroyed about 1400 B.C.

On a family tour of Greece, the writer followed the small footsteps of some of ancient mythology’s biggest fans. ... On Crete, the Palace of Knossos was the seat of the Minoan Empire.

The Palace of Knossos was at the core of the Minoan civilization that flourished in Crete. By JERUSALEM POST STAFF FEBRUARY 24, 2025 18:40 Knossos Palace breaks record with over 1 million visitors ...