Crete Collection (#9)

Balos Lagoon, Gramvousa Peninsula, Chania Region, Crete, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

Venetian Fort Ruins, Imeri Gramvousa, Chania Region, Crete, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

Balos Lagoon Beach and Cape Tigani, elevated view, Gramvousa Peninsula, Chania Region, Crete, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

Cape Tigani, elevated view, Balos Lagoon, Gramvousa Peninsula, Chania Region, Crete, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

View towards the Balos Lagoon, Gramvousa Peninsula, Chania Region, Crete, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

Heraklion Harbour at sunrise, City of Heraklion, Crete, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

Hora Sfakion, Chania Region, Crete, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

Palace of Minos, Knossos, Heraklion Region, Crete, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

St. Nicholas Holy Orthodox Church, Kissamos Port, Chania Region, Crete, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

City of Heraklion seen from the sea at sunrise, Crete, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

Palace of Minos, Knossos, Heraklion Region, Crete, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

Cultural Conference Center of Heraklion, elevated view, City of Heraklion, Crete, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

View towards The Koules Fortress, City of Heraklion, Crete, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

The Koules Fortress, City of Heraklion, Crete, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

View towards The Koules Fortress, City of Heraklion, Crete, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

Old Town Waterfront at sunrise, City of Chania, Crete, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

Venetian Shipyards, City of Chania, Crete, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

Old Town Waterfront at sunrise, City of Chania, Crete, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

Old Town Marina at sunrise, City of Chania, Crete, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

Old Town Waterfront, City of Chania, Crete, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

Defkalionos Defensive Wall, City of Chania, Crete, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

Venetian Shipyards, City of Chania, Crete, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

Venetian Harbour at sunset, elevated view, City of Chania, Crete, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

Street of the Old Town, City of Chania, Crete, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

Townscape of Sitia, Lasithi Region, Crete, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

Townscape of Sitia, Lasithi Region, Crete, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

Townscape of Sitia, Lasithi Region, Crete, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

View towards the Kazarma Fortress, Sitia, Lasithi Region, Crete, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

Old Town Waterfront at sunrise, City of Chania, Crete, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

A Salonique; Miliciens cretois don't la tenue toute noire est curieuse, 1916. Creator: Unknown
A Salonique; Miliciens cretois don't la tenue toute noire est curieuse, 1916. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 1" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]

Les evenements d'orient; Le 31 aout, la capitaine grec Sarris annonce la constitution de la Ligue d Creator
Les evenements d'orient; Le 31 aout, la capitaine grec Sarris annonce la constitution de la Ligue de la Defense nationale, 1916

Les evenements d'orient; Les chefs militaires du mouvement national, 1916. Creator: Unknown
Les evenements d'orient; Les chefs militaires du mouvement national, 1916. From "L'Album de la Guerre 1914-1919, Volume 1" [L'Illustration, Paris, 1924]

The Ten Martyrs of Crete, between 1668 and 1800. Creator: Cretan School
The Ten Martyrs of Crete, between 1668 and 1800

Saint Anthony. Creator: Cretan School
Saint Anthony

Lamentation over the dead Christ, between 1600 and 1625. Creator: Cretan School
Lamentation over the dead Christ, between 1600 and 1625

The Mother of God Glycophilousa, between 1500 and 1520. Creator: Cretan School
The Mother of God Glycophilousa, between 1500 and 1520

Saint John the Hermit and scenes from his life, between 1600 and 1700. Creator: Cretan School
Saint John the Hermit and scenes from his life, between 1600 and 1700

Saint Cosmas and Saint Damian, between 1500 and 1600. Creator: Cretan School
Saint Cosmas and Saint Damian, between 1500 and 1600

Saint Onuphrius, between 1500 and 1600. Creator: Cretan School
Saint Onuphrius, between 1500 and 1600

Saint Nicolas, between 1500 and 1600. Creator: Cretan School
Saint Nicolas, between 1500 and 1600

Cretan man
Nicola Fossella

Map of Third Crusade and Childrens Crusade
Map of the Third Crusade and the Childrens Crusade, showing various routes and territories. Date: 1190

Pithos (plural - pithoi) - a large ancient Greek storage container. Some very fine examples excavated from within the Minoan palace at Knossos on Crete. Date: circa 1920s

Summer Forget-me-not (Anchusa azurea) in flower, Chania, Crete, April

Minoan Clay Figurine Horse and Rider (Goddess), Terracotta, Arkhanes, Crete, c1400BC-c1100 BC. A rare representation from Post-Palataial Period. Heraklion Archaeological Museum

Greece with borders and mask
Color satellite image of Greece and neighbouring countries, with borders and mask

Greece and neighbouring countries
Color satellite image of Greece and neighbouring countries

Greece with mask
Color satellite image of Greece, with mask

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Discover the captivating beauty of Crete, a gem nestled in Greece's enchanting embrace. 🇬🇷✨ Immerse yourself in its rich history and vibrant culture as you explore this mesmerizing island. Step back in time with a map of the Byzantine Empire, tracing the footsteps of ancient civilizations that once thrived here. Feel the echoes of Apostle Paul's missionary journeys resonating through your soul, depicted beautifully in a lithograph from 1886. As you stroll along Chania waterfront, be awestruck by the majestic mountains standing tall against an azure sky. Let your imagination take flight like Icarus and Daedalus as their mythical tale unfolds before your eyes. Journey to Knossos Minoan Palace and marvel at the intricate Three Women frieze adorning its walls. These ancient masterpieces offer glimpses into a civilization long gone but forever etched in our collective memory. Crete surprises even further with its natural wonders - behold the Italian Orchid or Naked Man Orchid blooming gracefully amidst its lush landscapes. Nature truly paints her own masterpiece on this magnificent island. Agios Nikolaos beckons with its serene charm, inviting you to bask in tranquility by Elounda Harbour. The Greek Islands' allure is undeniable; let it captivate your senses and leave an indelible mark on your heart. Venture eastward to Spinalonga Island, once home to a leper colony but now stands as a testament to resilience and hope. Gaze across from Plaka for breathtaking views that remind us of humanity's ability to overcome adversity. Elounda unveils itself as another hidden treasure waiting to be discovered - immerse yourself in its idyllic beauty and let time stand still for just a moment longer. Welcome to Crete, where Europe meets Greece. Embark on an unforgettable journey filled with history, mythology, natural wonders, and the warm embrace of Greek hospitality.