


Crete: Jewel of the Med
Crete: Jewel 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. Joanna Lumley narrates this exploration of the region, taking in turtle-nesting sites, the ancient Palace of Knossos, cuisine, culture, windmills and musical traditions, such as the Cretan Lyra
Crete: Jewel of the Med airs on 5SELECT at 10:00 PM, Monday 18 August. (Subtitles.)
Topics
News ➝ Current Affairs
Documentary
Joanna Lumley
Narrator
Grace Kitto
Series Editor
Dympna Jackson
Executive Producer
Melanie Darlaston
Executive Producer