British archaeologist Arthur Evans discovered extensive ruins on Crete in the early 1900s. In honor of the legendary King Minos, he termed the civilization he uncovered “Minoan.” A polychrome ...

Can the myth of the Labyrinth of Knossos be explained by the Minoan civilization? This article examines the evidence.

A labyrinth of massive columns and beautiful frescoes, the Palace of Knossos is a testament to the sophistication of the Minoan civilization that disappeared sometime in the 14th century.

Along the way, you will bypass the St. Anthony Church, a 14th-century Greek Orthodox church, as well as ancient caves that were home to Christian hermits and Minoan ruins. This religious history ...