Sitting between Asia, Africa and Europe, Crete is located around 200 miles south of mainland Greece. With an area of about 3,300 square miles, Crete is one of the largest islands in the Mediterranean.

With famous museums, dazzling beaches, and ancient ruins, Crete's two sides promise a memorable trip. Arturas Kerdokas, 500px/Getty Images For the Greeks, Crete is megalonissos—the big island—and true ...

Crete, Greece’s largest island, is known for its historical sites, stunning scenery and local culture. Its incredible history has been shaped by civilizations dating back to the Minoans, Venetians, ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. With famous museums, dazzling beaches, and ancient ruins, Crete's two sides promise a memorable trip. Arturas Kerdokas, ...