The Preveli Gorge

Years of erosion have created the gorge, cut by the freshwater river which empties into the Libyan Sea. This site, with its freshwater river, limestone outcroppings and quartz sources has led Tom Strasser and Co to search for (and find?) evidence for the oldest known homonids on Crete.

Week 1: Space Age Technology and Ancient Archaeology

June 8th 2009
Yia sas from Crete! It's been a busy week, but as I write today I'm sitting on the back porch at the center, waiting for my laundry to finish, and reflecting on a good, but tiring seven days. I've got a lot to say -- three projects in one week!-- so feel free to read any, all or none of this-- Also, thanks for the kind emails - I'm glad people are interested in what I'm up to, and hope these blo ... read more

Europe » Greece » Crete

Greece achieved its independence from the Ottoman Empire in 1829. During the second half of the 19th century and the first half of the 20th century, it gradually added neighboring islands and territories, most with Greek-speaking populations. In Worl... ... read more

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