Phaistos was the second most important centre of Minoan civilization (after Knossos), and the wealthiest and most powerful city in southern Crete during the Bronze Age (3rd-2nd millennium B.C.) The palace was destroyed in the 15th century B.C., but the city continued to be inhabited in the Mycenaean and Geometric periods until the 8th century …
Category: Crete Attractions
Knossos, a historical site you should not miss in Crete
If you travel this summer to Crete and you are a fan of history, you should definitely visit the archaeological site of Knossos, the largest Bronze Age site on the island and the oldest city of Europe. In this place, you will admire several significant sites from the Minoan Times and explore the civilisation that …
What to do in Matala, the hippies’ resort in Crete
Matala is a small seaside town in the southern side of Crete, overlooking the Libyan Sea. It is a place that combines relaxing holidays with top historical sites, a legendary place that offers you a travel back in time. With great touristic facilities, exotic beaches and small coves, Matala is a resort for those seeking …
Why to visit Hersonissos, the most developed resort in Crete
Hersonissos is located in a close distance to the capital of Crete, Heraklion. It is the largest tourist resort on the island, ideal for those loving fun, touristic facilities and long exotic beaches with beach bars, water-sports facilities and thousands of young people. Don’t visit Hersonissos if you prefer calm and quiet vacation away from the …
The best places in Crete for party animals
Crete is the island for the most demanding travellers. There you can do anything you want. Swim in exotic beaches, hike in mountains with verdant nature, make it a fitness vacation and spend it doing water sports or extreme sports, relax in peaceful and private resorts or have the time of your life with your …
5 beautiful villages to visit in Crete
Hidden in the verdant nature of Crete, inside forests with lush greenery, near deep gorges or by the sea and close to beaches with emerald waters, the villages of the island offer you the opportunity to discover the authentic side of Crete. Hike inside impressive mountains, swim in turquoise waters and take hundreds of photos. …