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Spinalonga Leprosy Center to Be Converted into Exhibition Space

The Leprosy center and hospital on Spinalonga island, Crete, will be converted into multiuse spaces, according to the Greek Culture Ministry.

Posted On 09 Mar 2023

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Spinalonga Islet Among Culture Ministry’s Development Projects

The islet of Spinalonga, located in the Elounda Gulf northeastern Crete, is a top priority for the Greek Culture Ministry which is moving ahead with restoration and upgrade projects in the Lasithi prefecture.

Posted On 11 Aug 2022

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Photo source: Culture Ministry / Bestefanos Rapanis, ANA

Spinalonga Vies for Spot on UNESCO’s World Heritage List

The islet of Spinalonga, northeastern Crete, will officially be competing for inclusion in UNESCO’s World Heritage Sites list.

Posted On 30 Jan 2019

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Late Minoan Chamber Tomb Comes to Light on Crete

Archaeologists have discovered an intact Late Minoan chamber tomb with two adult skeletons and well-preserved pottery, near Ierapetra on the island of Crete.

Posted On 23 Aug 2018

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Region of Crete Governor Stavros Arnaoutakis and Culture Minister Lydia Koniordou

Greek Culture Minister Visits Crete, Discusses Projects, Funding

Culture Minister Lydia Koniordou met with Crete governor Stavros Arnaoutakis to discuss issues related the region's archaeological sites and ways to secure funding.

Posted On 01 Feb 2018

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Calls for Minoan Civilization, Spinalonga to be Named UNESCO World Heritage Sites

Crete is calling for the inclusion of Minoan Civilization and Spinalonga island on the UNESCO World Heritage Sites list.

Posted On 14 Mar 2017

, By GTP editing team

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Spinalonga Leprosy Center to Be Converted into Exhibition Space

Spinalonga Islet Among Culture Ministry’s Development Projects

Spinalonga Vies for Spot on UNESCO’s World Heritage List

Late Minoan Chamber Tomb Comes to Light on Crete

Greek Culture Minister Visits Crete, Discusses Projects, Funding

Calls for Minoan Civilization, Spinalonga to be Named UNESCO World Heritage Sites

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