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Region of Crete Promotes the UNESCO regions of Crete at ITB Berlin and Beyond

The UNESCO Regions of Crete (Samaria-Psiloritis-Asterousia-Siteia) operated an individual stand at the ITB Berlin tourism exhibition.

Light Plane Crashes After Takeoff from Nikos Kazantzakis Airport

A light, single-engine aircraft crashed into the sea shortly after takeoff from Heraklion Nikos Kazantzakis Airport earlier today.

Crete Attains “4-star” EU Designation for Active and Healthy Ageing

Crete, the FORTH, and the University of Crete attain 4-star designation of the EU for health and wellness innovation. 

Crete Earthquake Swarms Have Islanders On Edge

Earthquake swarms on Crete have islanders fearful of a possible main event. This morning's 4.5 magnitude event follows many in…

Chania’s Municipal Market Set To Close for Two Years

The Municipal Market of Chania, in operations since 1913, will be “restored” over the next two years. Local merchants register…

One of Chania’s Old Hammams Reshaped Into Art Gallery

One of the ancient Turkish baths of the Municipality of Chania has been transformed into an art gallery and exhibition…

Toplou Monastery Pilgrimage Cancelled Over COVID Concerns

The Holy Monastery of Toplou, outside Sitia, has announced that pilgrims will not be allowed for the feast of Saint…

Early Morning Earthquake Cluster Rattles Crete lsland Awake

A series of earthquakes off the northeastern shore of Crete shook citizens awake in the early hours of October 10th.

One Step at a Time: The Heraklion Urban Landscape Rejuvenated

Another amazing Heraklion playground was inaugurated last week at the junction of Itanos and Kalamas streets (near the Aghia Anna…

Minoan Group Shares Boosted by Selloff

Minoan Group,  developers of the somewhat controversial Itanos Gaia Resort, has announced the intention to sell off a significant share…