Nestled on the route from Agios Nikolaos to Ierapetra, the archaeological site of Gournia offers a window into the lives of the Minoans, one of the earliest civilizations in Europe. Named after the small cisterns (gournes) found beside each ancient dwelling, Gournia reveals the intricacies of Minoan daily life and their sophisticated societal structure. Discoveries of H. Boyd: The early Read more…

Perched on a small hill north of Ierapetra, the archaeological site of Vassiliki offers a captivating glimpse into the Minoan civilization, challenging earlier assumptions of its function and structure. Initially thought to be a palace, modern excavations have revealed Vassiliki’s true nature as a thriving community that endured and rebuilt itself through several calamities. A Village of Equals: The revelation Read more…