Best Greek Islands for an Authentic Vacation Experience
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Crete, the largest Greek island, is a treasure trove of history, mythology, and natural beauty.
From the majestic Palace of Knossos, a testament to the ancient Minoan civilization, to the enchanting old town of Chania with its Venetian harbor and narrow streets, Crete exudes authenticity at every turn. Visitors can savor Cretan cuisine, explore traditional mountain villages like Archanes and Zaros, and bask in the island’s diverse landscapes, including rugged mountains and pristine beaches.
Painting is an ancient medium and even with the introduction of photography, film and digital technology, it still has remained a persistent mode of expression. So many paintings have been limned over dozens of millennia that only a relatively small percentage of them could be construed as "timeless classics" that have become familiar to the public—and not coincidentally produced by some of the most famous artists of all time. We, of course, have our opinion of what makes the grade and we present them here in our list of the best paintings of all time.