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Crete archaeology

Archaeologists on Crete Unearth the Odeon of Lissos in Rare Find

Archaeologists have unearthed a fabulous Roman-era odeon at Lissos on Crete. The Greek Ministry of Tourism and Sport.

The Keftiu: Were They Absorbed and Erased from History?

The Keftiu, modernized by Arthur Evans as "Minoan," are still a mystery unsolved. What happened to them?

Archaeologists Make More Stunning Discoveries on Crete

Archaeologists working at the site of ancient Falasarna, in the far west of Crete island, unearth scores of new artifacts…

Modern Ceramics Exhibition at Archaeological Museum of Heraklion

Yesterday, the Archaeological Museum of Heraklion opened a fabulous Periodic Exhibition of Modern Ceramics by the Ichni Ceramics Team. This…

For Crete Visitors: The New Archaeological Museum of Chania Beckons

The Archaeological Museum of Chania in Crete reopened its doors at its new premises in Halepa, a state-of-the-art edifice of…

Drive to Save University of Sheffield Archaeology Goes Viral

News the University of Sheffield may close down its archaeology school has shocked archaeologists and students worldwide.

Sissi Archaeological Project to Move Forward in 2021

The Sissi Archaeological Project moves forward in 2021 unearthing the secrets of the Minoans.

A Workable Vision of Minoan Greatness Reborn on Crete Island

I woke this morning with the afterglow of an unknown face burned into my cerebral cortex. Stirred from a lucid…

Researchers Make Headway Untangling Crete’s Linear A Number System

Scientists at the University of Bologna say they have finally begun to unravel part of the mysterious Linear A that…

Crete’s Ancient Sunken City of Olus Gives Up More Secrets

Underwater excavations off Crete island are revealing more facts about the sunken city of Olous, off Elounda.

Crete’s Stunning New Archaeological Museum of Mesara Opens

Crete’s Governor Stavros Arnaoutakis and other officials open the new Archaeological Museum of Mesara.

5th Meeting for the Archaeological Work in Crete Going On in Rethymno

From November 21st - 24th in Rethymno, the 5th meeting on Archaeological Work in Crete takes place at the Archaeological…

Discovering Itanos: A Search for a Lost Minoan Palace

At the far eastern corner of Crete Island, an amazing prehistoric city once existed. Visiting the ruins left at Itanos…

Exquisite Artemis and Apollo Statues Unearthed on Crete

The Chania Ephorate of Antiquities will present two important archaeological discoveries on July 24, at Chania's Archaeological Museum.

The Eerily Appealing Beauty of Crete’s Spinalonga Islet

Nominated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the island of Spinalonga is a picturesque and eerily beautiful Crete treasure.

Last Battle of the Minoans: Crete’s Bid for UNESCO Recognition

A pitched battle is being waged over the inclusion of ancient Minoan palaces as UNESCO World Heritage sites.

New Minoan Tombs Unearthed at Sitia

Archaeologists here on Crete have unearthed Minoan tombs at least 3,000 years old. At a cemetery from the Bronze Age, two…