Minoans

Santorini, rich ancient history primarily defined by the Minoan civilisation

The Aegean Sea island has a rich ancient history that is primarily defined by the Minoan civilisation, which flourished there…

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How Genetics Revealed the Origins of the Ancient Greeks

Have you ever wondered what is so special about Greek DNA? Science suggests that the genetic heritage of the ancient…

1 month ago

The Palace of Knossos: A Glimpse into Minoan Civilization

The Palace of Knossos, located near the city of Heraklion on the island of Crete, is one of the most…

3 months ago

The Minoans, a Bronze Age civilisation in Crete

The Minoans (Greek: Μυκηναίοι) were a pre-Hellenic Bronze Age civilisation in Crete in the Aegean Sea. They flourished from approximately…

4 months ago

Decoding the Mystery of the Minoan Ancient Civilisation

Rediscovered at the beginning of the 20th century through the work of British archaeologist Sir Arthur Evans, the Minoan Civilisation,…

4 months ago

Greece's Minoans were indigenous Europeans, DNA finds

DNA reveals the origin of Greece's ancient Minoan culture. Europe's first advanced civilization was local in origin and not imported…

2 years ago

Greece's Minoans were indigenous Europeans, DNA finds

DNA reveals the origin of Greece's ancient Minoan culture. Europe's first advanced civilization was local in origin and not imported…

3 years ago

Why Olive Oil is called "Liquid Gold"

Olive oil is always 'seated' at the Greek family table. Not to mention it also has the power to take…

4 years ago

Researchers discover genetic similarities between today's Greeks and those from 2,000 BC

The Minoan civilization in Crete, Greek culture on mainland Greece and the Cycladic culture in the Aegean islands, despite their…

4 years ago