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Crete

Heavy Rains Turn Crete into an Obstacle Course

Heavy rains struck Crete overnight on June 1, causing road closures and landslides across major tourist areas.

If Only the Minoans Had Known of the Mediocrity to Come

The fate of Crete’s most treasured archaeological sites is still in UNESCO limbo as planning, preparation and presentation of plans…

Kourtaliotiko Gorge Closure Halts Travel Again

Kourtaliotiko Gorge closure: On May 31, 2025, authorities shut the road to Plakias after a landslide caused by heavy rain…

Crete Takes Protection of Nature Seriously

Crete made its debut in UNESCO’s Greening Education Partnership with a Protection of Nature agreement between the Region of Crete…

Greek Officials Tour Lassithi Cultural Monuments

Lassithi's Deputy Regional Governor Giannis Androulakis, Ministry of Culture reps, and local leaders inspected key Lassithi cultural monuments.

The Walls Return to the City: Heraklion Reclaims Its Venetian Legacy

Heraklion's Venetian Walls officially returned to municipal control as part of the "The Walls Return to the City" project.

Bramiana Dam Water Levels Plummet

Bramiana Dam in Ierapetra faces a sharp drop in water level, exposing the chapel of Prophet Elias and endangering agriculture…

Filokreta Plans a Bold Expansion in the Hotel Industry

Filokreta, under the guidance of Konstantinos Markakis–Trypakis, plans a significant expansion in the hotel sector for 2025.

A Twilight Hike to Aforesmenos Lighthouse

NatureSoul Adventures invites all seeking beauty, community, and soul-soothing views to a scenic hike to Aforesmenos Lighthouse.

Heraklion Venetian Walls Are Back Under City Management After 17 Years

The Ministry of Culture returned the Heraklion Venetian Walls to the city after 17 years. A €22.5 million plan, involving…