Athens (dpa) - Two earthquakes measuring magnitudes of 4.6 and 5.3 struck, within minutes of each other, the holiday island ...

Two earthquakes measuring 4.6 and 5.3 on the Richter scale shook the vacation island of Crete around noon, just minutes apart. The epicenters of the quakes were located about 14 kilometers below the ...

2 Department of Gastroenterology, General Hospital of Rethymnon, Crete, Greece 3 Department of Anaesthesiology, General Hospital of Rethymnon, Crete, Greece Background: Interhospital transfer imposes ...

If you're in Rethymno, then you shouldn't miss the opportunity to wander the narrow alleys of Old Town, a seaside neighborhood that dates back to the 11th century. Here, you'll find prime examples of ...

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Built atop a hill in Rethymnon Old Town, the Fortezza (for-TED-za) stands as a symbol of Crete's tempestuous past. The Venetian ruling class, who oversaw the construction of the imposing Fortezza in ...

Crete is the biggest island in Greece, so it’s worth splitting your time between a few of the regions to hit the best beaches and tavernas on each side. It’s divided into four regions: Lasithi in the ...

Cloudy with a slight chance of rain. Chance of precipitation 30%. High temperature around 72F. Dew point will be around 53F with an average humidity of 75%. Winds will be 10 mph from the N. Cloudy ...

An insider guide to Greece’s most storied isle, from its beautiful coastline to bustling beach clubs Heidi Fuller-love is a travel writer and has lived in a dozen countries, including Argentina, ...

The battles for the island of Crete were fought from the second week of May 1941 when the island’s British, Commonwealth, and Greek garrison was attacked by German airbourne troops. The defender’s ...

Explore the beautiful city of Rethymno in Crete, Greece with this 13-minute walking tour. See the charming streets, historic landmarks, and stunning views of this picturesque Greek city. Don't miss ...