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The traditional Cretan musical instruments
The traditional musical instruments hold a special place in the Cretan culture and the musical tradition of Crete. The roots of some of these musical instruments are lost in the depths of the centuries. In the archeological excavations of Knossos and Phaistos, in representations of sculptures, ceramics, seals and murals, musicians and dancers are depicted…
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Cereals and grains in Crete, from seed to flour
Grain cultivation in Crete was hard work, requiring careful planning, cooperation from fellow villagers and coordination of efforts and resources. The cycle started with the plowing of the fields and ended with the milling of the grain with many steps in between, all rich in custom and tradition. Fields hosting olive groves were plowed right…
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Greek coffee
A brief history It all started when a shepherd in the mountains of Ethiopia noticed that his goats were much livelier when they ate the berries of a bush. He tried them himself and was convinced that the berries gave him more energy. He shared his findings with a monk in the nearby monastery, who…
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Traditional Cretan music
The Cretan music tradition is considered the most alive in Greece, because not only does it continue to evolve and incorporate creative contemporary musical elements, but at the same time it manages to express everyday life in a lively way.
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Cretan weavings and embroidery
The embroideries of Crete are famous for their colorful representations, with themes from both nature and everyday life as well as motifs borrowed from the Minoan and Byzantine tradition of the island.
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The Cretan knife
There is no questioning the sentimental and military value the Cretans hold for their knives and daggers, passing them from generation to generation, gifting them as a token of friendship, respect, honor, and love.
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Cretan diet
Cretan diet Crete has one of the oldest and most delicious cuisines in the world. It is that long tradition of flavors, fragrances, materials and styles that has its origins in the Minoan era and is preserved until our days. According to the findings of the archaeological excavations, it seems that the ancient Cretans 4,000…