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Knossos is an archaeological site and ancient urban centre in Crete, Greece. It is located within the southern periphery of Heraklion, about 5 km south of the city's historic centre. The site was occu
Bowl with fork handles from Knossos, Early Neolithic, 6500 to 5800 BC. Also a ladle and a three-legged vessel from later periods
Bowl with fork handles from Knossos, Early Neolithic, 6500 to 5800 BC. Also a ladle and a three-legged vessel from later periods
Silver drachm of Knossos showing the Labyrinth motif
Silver drachm of Knossos showing the Labyrinth motif
A bronze labrys from the Messara Plain. The double axe became one of the most recognisable symbols associated with Minoan Crete.
A bronze labrys from the Messara Plain. The double axe became one of the most recognisable symbols associated with Minoan Crete.
Restored North Entrance of the palace
Restored North Entrance of the palace
Minoan civilization
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The Minoan civilization was a Bronze Age culture centered on the island of Crete. Known for its monumental architecture and Minoan art, it is often regarded as the first civilization in Europe. They t
Knossos
…city's historic centre. The site was occupied from the Neolithic period into the first millennium AD and became the largest and best-known centre of the Minoan civilisation. Knossos is often described as the oldest city in Europe. The claim is based on the combination of its early Neolithic foundation, its central role in…
The Hall of Columns at Knossos
The Hall of Columns at Knossos
Bull-Leaping Fresco found at Knossos
Bull-Leaping Fresco found at Knossos
An Early Minoan bird-shaped vessel.
An Early Minoan bird-shaped vessel.
The western façade of the Palace at Knossos. Like other palaces, it was built during the Middle Minoan era but continually renovated throughout its ex
The western façade of the Palace at Knossos. Like other palaces, it was built during the Middle Minoan era but continually renovated throughout its existence.