Rock icon Mick Jagger, frontman of The Rolling Stones, recently spent three days immersed in the historical grandeur of Crete, concluding his visit with high praise for the island’s ancient sites.
Jagger was spotted at Chania’s Venetian Harbor as he departed, sharing his impressions after a private tour of some of the island’s most significant archaeological wonders.
He privately toured Knossos, Ancient Eleutherna and the ongoing excavations on Kastelli Hill in Chania.
In speaking with zarpanews.gr upon his departure, the legendary singer stated he found both sites “particularly interesting” and expressed leaving with “the best impressions of Chania and Crete.”
Στην Ελλάδα ο Μικ Τζάγκερ – Ο θρύλος των Rolling Stones βρέθηκε στα Χανιά και μαγεύτηκε από τον ελληνικό πολιτισμό#ingr #insnapshot #μικτζάγκερ #ελλαδα pic.twitter.com/0hemGBufTY
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Jagger’s glimpse into early Greek civilization and ancient Crete at Eleutherna and Kastelli Hill
Jagger’s visit to Ancient Eleutherna would have offered him a unique window into Greece’s formative years. Located near modern Rethymno, Eleutherna is an exceptionally rich archaeological site known for its continuous habitation from the Late Minoan period through Byzantine times.
In Chania, Jagger’s exploration of Kastelli Hill delved into the very foundations of the city. This strategic hill, nestled within the Venetian Harbour, is the ancient site of Kydonia, one of the most powerful Minoan city-states. Excavations here continuously uncover layers of history, revealing remnants of Minoan palaces and urban structures.
Parthenon Marbles: “Still there,” says Jagger
The rock star was also asked about the contentious issue of the Parthenon Marbles, prompted by his recent presence at the British Museum.
Jagger humorously remarked that the sculptures are “still there.” When pressed for his opinion on their potential return to Greece, he diplomatically responded, “I have no opinion.”
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