Crete: Jewel of the Med

Season 1Episode 160 minJan 3, 2025
Crete: Jewel of the Med

The Mediterranean is home to some of the most spectacular islands and coastlines. Across this series, narrated by Joanna Lumley, we meet locals and tourists, sample mouthwatering local cuisine and explore ancient traditions as we uncover Jewels of the Med. The largest of the Greek Islands, Crete is home to around 670,000 people. Stretching 160 miles from east to west, it is a haven to those seeking the sun and blue waters. Rethymno, on the north coast, is famous for its loggerhead turtle nesting sites, where conservationists help newborns to the sea. Inland. We visit the ancient Palace of Knossos and discover the revival of Minoan traditions. Crete also boasts a rich history of windmills, as well as musical traditions like the Cretan Lyra.

Crete: Jewel of the Med has aired on Jan 3, 2025 at 8:00 PM
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