This Tuesday, we left the institute to visit Rethymno and take classes at the University of Crete. Throughout the past 2 days, we took a class on climate change & sustainability as well as a class on the issue of migration in the eastern Mediterranean. Both of the professors teaching these courses were very insightful and helped build upon the themes of security and energy discussed in our classes with Professor Vamvakas. We also had the opportunity to visit the Monastery of Arkadi (see pictures below!) It was so pretty, and we had time to walk around and look at the architecture, and art museum inside.
Upon our return to the hotel, we spent time in Rethymno walking around before dinner, it was so nice to visit another city in Crete. Despite the hot weather, we have gotten plenty of time at the beach to cool down. Before heading back to the institute, we were welcomed by the soldiers of the Chromonastri military museum where they gave us a tour. Everything is so beautiful and rich in culture. The locals here are so welcoming, their hospitality does not go unnoticed! Feeling grateful to be a part of such a unique and immersive academic experience abroad with such a great group of people.
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