Erosion has erased much of the Agia Pelagia beach just as the tourist season begins, leaving business owners angry and tourists disappointed.
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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 seem endless. Europe’s oldest temples/palaces, the monumental heritage they represent, appear to be in the hands of hapless bureaucrats. Like everything else here in Greece, progress is prioritized based on some invisible variable no one […]
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 in Rethymno.
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 and the Hellenic Society for the Protection of Nature.
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 and wildlife.
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 the Ministry, Region of Crete, Municipality, and ODAP, launches major restorations, event spaces, and new public access for tourists
Phaistos Archaeological Site Gets Protection Against Lightning and Fire
The Phaistos Archaeological Site in Crete is undergoing new infrastructure development for enhanced fire safety, lightning protection, and improved accessibility.
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