Rock legend Mick Jagger traded the stage for the splendours of antiquity last week, spending three days in Chania, Crete, where he immersed himself in the island’s rich archaeological heritage — and left singing its praises.The Rolling Stones front-man was spotted strolling through Chania’s Venetian Harbor before departing, having toured some of Crete’s most significant ancient sites, including Ancient Eleutherna and Kastelli Hill.
“Everything seemed particularly interesting,” Jagger said following a private tour on Sunday, November 2, adding that he was leaving with “the best impressions from Chania and Crete.
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“The visit was discreetly coordinated with the local Archaeological Service, who had been informed in advance of the rock icon’s plans. On Saturday, November 1, Jagger toured the Basilicas, the Necropolis of Orthi Petra, and the Museum of Ancient Eleutherna, before dining at a nearby traditional taverna.When asked about the Elgin Marbles, Jagger responded with characteristic wit: “They are still there.”
Pressed further on whether he believed they should be returned to Greece, he quipped, “I have no opinion.”
Though his visit was short, locals say the legendary singer seemed genuinely captivated by Crete’s ancient beauty — proving that even the man who can’t get no satisfaction found plenty of it on the island of the gods.
