Nestled in the Lassithi interior of eastern Crete, the ancient site of Pressos offers a window into the soul of a civilization that thrived from the Neolithic to the Hellenistic periods. Known as the homeland of the Eteocretans, the true Cretans, Pressos’s strategic location atop three hills fortified its position as a powerhouse in ancient Crete, weaving a narrative of Read more…

On the northern sea wall of Ierapetra’s harbor, the Kales Fortress stands as a monumental testament to Crete’s storied past. Constructed by the Venetians to surveil the seas for enemy ships and shield the harbor from Arab pirates, this fortress encapsulates the confluence of architectural simplicity and historical depth, built upon the remnants of an even older fortification. The Genesis Read more…

In the southeastern reaches of Crete, a stone’s throw from Sitia and a journey away from Agios Nikolaos, the Minoan Palace of Zakros emerges as a testament to the architectural ingenuity and societal sophistication of the Minoan civilization. Discovered by Greek archaeologist Nikolaos Platonas in 1961, though its secrets began to unravel decades earlier, the palace stands as the last Read more…

8 nautical miles from the town of Ierapetra, the deserted islet of Chrissi, aptly named for its golden sands, beckons as a serene escape in the heart of the Libyan Sea. Known also by its informal name, Gaidouronissi, or “island of donkeys,” Chrissi is a haven of tranquility and natural beauty, offering visitors a glimpse into an untouched paradise. A Read more…