Verstehen · Kapitel 8
History & Culture
Crete has the longest continuous history of all European islands — from the Minoan civilization to the Venetian golden age and the fierce struggle for freedom against the Ottomans. Those who understand the history see the island through completely different eyes.
3 Abschnitte in diesem Kapitel
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The Minoans — Europe's First Civilization
The Minoan civilization (circa 2700–1450 BC) is the cultural foundation of Crete and all European history. Named after…
2
Venetians, Ottomans & Struggle for Freedom
Byzantine Period (395–1204) After the division of the Roman Empire, Crete belonged to the Byzantine Empire for over 800…
3
Cretan Identity Today
The Cretans are Greeks — but they are Cretans first . The island has its own identity, more pronounced than in almost a…
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