Nestled on the enchanting island of Crete lies the awe-inspiring ruin of an ancient palace that stands as a testament to the grandeur of the Minoan civilization. Today part of modern Greece, Crete was once the heart of the Aegean world, where the Minoans—pioneers of one of Europe’s earliest complex societies—flourished. Renowned for their majestic palaces and vibrant frescoes, … [Read more...] about This Ancient Palace on the Island of Crete Has the Oldest Throne Room in Europe
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A 3,000-Year-Old Olive Tree on the Greek Island of Crete Still Produces Olives Today
On the island of Crete, in the village of Vouves, stands an olive tree estimated to be 3,000 years old. Hearty and resilient, “the Olive Tree of Vouves” still bears fruit today. Because, yes, olives are apparently considered a fruit. Archaeologist Ticia Verveer posted a picture of the tree on Twitter earlier this week and noted: It “stood here when Rome burned in AD64, and … [Read more...] about A 3,000-Year-Old Olive Tree on the Greek Island of Crete Still Produces Olives Today