According to mythology, Crete was the birthplace of Zeus. Heraklion is the largest city of Crete and one of Greece’s major urban centers. The city flourished under a multicultural influence throughout ...

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Crete has been a food destination a long time in the making. Greece’s biggest island is dotted with centuries-old olive trees (including the oldest olive tree in the world still producing fruit), ...

Greece's largest island suits every type of holidaymaker – whether you’re seeking an amped-up all-inclusive or a beach hotel ...

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A red weather warning for heavy rain and thunderstorms is in place across the Greek island of Crete, where schools were closed on Thursday in two of the biggest regions ...