The Byzantine Museum of Zakynthos stands on Solomos Square in the heart of the island’s capital. It gathers religious art rescued from the churches and monasteries of the island, lost in the great earthquake that struck the Ionian Islands in the middle of the twentieth century. The collection is famous for its icons and carved, … Read more
Mycenaean frescoes are the painted wall decorations that once covered the Bronze Age palaces of mainland Greece, the citadel of Mycenae among them. Painters spread mineral colours over wet lime plaster in a technique carried across from the Minoans of Crete, filling halls, corridors and shrines with bright scenes. Their palette ran to red, blue, … Read more
Mykonos art galleries cluster in the whitewashed lanes of Chora, from the contemporary Rarity and Minima galleries to the Municipal Art Gallery, HOFA and Gallery Skoufa, showing Greek and international modern art. This guide covers the best galleries, what to see, where they are and tips for art lovers exploring the island. Mykonos has a … Read more
Powered by GetYourGuide Explore the history of the Palace of Knossos, from its Neolithic beginnings and Minoan civilization era to its reconstruction. Discover how Knossos Palace evolved over time, the cultural significance, trade, art, and architecture that thrived within its walls. Delve into its archaeological history with Sir Arthur Evans and uncover myths and history … Read more