The ancient Minoan palace of Zominthos on Crete located at a height of 1,200 meters shows that Minoans highlanders too.

While other regions in Crete have had a difficult time retaining ... the Fortezza still houses a series of caves, as well as the remains of a Turkish mosque and a Greek Orthodox chapel.

However, walking down to swim in the cave is highly dangerous because of its steep walls. From the historic hike to the striking beach, Agiofarago Beach contributes to why Crete is one of the best ...

Feta, a Greek staple cheese, isn't produced or popular on Crete. Instead, look for graviera, a hard cheese (similar to Swiss gruyere) aged in caves in the White Mountains. The soft, ricotta-like ...