In 2024, the Palace of Knossos on the island of Crete witnessed a surge in tourism, with the number of visitors exceeding one million and surpassing the previous record set in 2019, according to SKAI.

In 1900, British archaeologist Sir Arthur Evans had begun digging at the site of Knossos on the northeast coast of Crete and, within months, had discovered what he named the “Palace of Minos ...

Beyond Crete's sun-drenched beaches is a world of ancient palaces filled with Minoan history, begging for more tourists.

A labyrinth of massive columns and beautiful frescoes, the Palace of Knossos is a testament ... Since then, it has become the biggest tourist draw on Crete. Knossos is located about 3 miles ...

On a British Airways Holidays break to the polished Grecotel resorts in Corfu and Crete, you can float in bathtub-warm waters ...

Perhaps the inspiration for Atlantis, Minoan civilization born on the island of Crete spread throughout the Mediterranean before it mysteriously collapsed. Many myths and legends of Crete center ...

The hotel has private beaches, a sailboat for charter, a nine-hole golf course and spa so it’s one of the top hotels in Crete for a luxury retreat. Blue Palace Elounda has breathtaking views of ...

Greece, a land of captivating landscapes, rich history, and cultural treasures, is an ideal destination for a 7-day getaway.

Guided by a specialist on Cretan history, you can tour the Minoan Palace of Phaistos as well as Gortys, formerly Crete’s Roman capital. They also recommend visiting Thrapsano, a village an hour ...

Set on Crete, it was commissioned by King Minos and built by the great architect Daedalus. Lying below the Palace of Knossos, the labyrinth was a place where stone corridors led nowhere ...

Nestled in Elounda (a small town on the Greek island of Crete) along the Mediterranean Sea, Blue Palace boasts an array of activities that cater to sun-worshippers, honeymooners and fitness buffs.