Kálanta are an integral part of the island’s holiday season, characterized by their rich history and soothing melodies.
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25 Beautiful and Famous Christmas Quotes
As we reflect on these renowned Christmas quotes, we are reminded of the universal themes of love, generosity, and hope that define this special time of year.
Archaeology: Minoan Palace at Archanes
Excavations in 2023 revealed new archaeological finds at the majestic Minoan Palace at Archanes, announced the Greek Ministry of Culture.
Eleftherias Square Will Look Different by the Next Tourist Season
Herraklion’s Eleftherias Square (Plateia Eleftherias) will look different by the next tourist season. The main square of the Cretan capital is now under reconstruction to enhance access for individuals with special needs and to improve the local climate by increasing urban green spaces. The marble tiles are already being removed from the square by equipment […]
Chania Road Projects Get 12.6M Euros
Stavros Arnaoutakis, signed five project contracts for the restoration of damage to the road infrastructure caused by the 2019 natural disasters in the Chania regional unit.
Crete Like a Local
Crete enamoured the author with its stunning landscapes, warm sandy beaches, and remarkable architecture.
Truffle Hunting in Crete’s Enchanting Wilderness
Truffle hunting in Crete offers a unique adventure in the Rouvas Forest, located in the heart of Crete.
AI Alliance by Meta and IBM Now Live
The AI Alliance has emerged as a groundbreaking initiative uniting leading industry, academia, research, startups, and government entities.
Heraklion Airport 8.5 MM Passengers
Heraklion International Airport “Nikos Kazantzakis” has achieved a significant milestone by handling over 8.6 million passengers in the span of a single season from January to November of this year. This sets a new all-time record for the airport, surpassing the previous record set in 2018. Airport Manager George Pliakas has projected that the total […]
Unmanned Police Drones in the Cretan Skies
The Hellenic Police (EL.AS) has set up a team to operate police drones in Heraklion and other regional police departments.
Vote for Crete’s New Beauty Queen at the 43rd Pancretan Beauty Contest
Join the 43rd Pancretan Beauty Contest, “Miss Crete & Miss Crete Young 2023,” on Saturday, December 9, at the Garden of the Senses in Malades of Heraklion.
Heraklion Recognized as UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy
The Municipality of Heraklion, in partnership with the Development Organization “Heraklion M.A.E.,” will host the official ceremony for Heraklion’s induction into the UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCNN) on Thursday, December 7, 2023. Heraklion is among the 55 cities that recently joined the UNESCO Creative Cities Network on World Cities Day, celebrated on October 31. The […]
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