Continuing on our historical journey – this could well turn out to be a four or even five page saga! This is the Phaistos Disc – dated early 17th century BC. The inscribed clay disc takes pride of place in…
2019 Greek Odyssey – Day 18 Part 2
HERAKLION – yes folks another museum This is the Heraklion Archeological Museum. It is full of goodies from Knossos and many, many other places. I cannot remember how much the admission fee was – but that is neither here nor…
2019 Greek Odyssey – Day 18 Part 1
HERAKLION – another museum – more incredible history Tuesday – a day for exploring. A nice breakfast after a sound night’s sleep is always a great way to start the day. Gathering cameras, water, etc I head back downstairs only…
2019 Greek Odyssey – Day 17
RHODES to ATHENS to CRETE – early flights Monday – holy Rhodes – my alarm goes off at 4am and then I remember I have to be at the airport at 6.35am to start today’s adventures. – going to be…
2019 Greek Odyssey – Day 16
SUNDAY – last day in Rhodes. Today I have organised a boat tour to Lindos. The schedule is as follows – make my way to Mandraki Harbour – get on the boat at 9am and sail along the east coast…