Bezienswaardigheid
Mikro Palati
door 3 locals aangeraden,
Tips van locals
Irini
February 2, 2017
The celebrated palace of Knossos. The most magnificent Minoan monument, residence of the mythical king Minos.The archaeological site of Knossos (Knosós GR: Κνωσός) is sited 5 km southeast of the city of Iraklion. There is evidence that this location was inhabited during the neolithic times (6000 B.C.) . On the ruins of the neolithic settlement was built the first Minoan palace (1900 B.C.) where the dynasty of Minos ruled. This was destroyed in 1700 B.C and a new palace built in its place. The palace covered an area of 22,000sq.m, it was multi- storeyed and had an intricate plan. Due to this fact the Palace is connected with thrilling legends, such as the myth of the Labyrinth with the Minota
The celebrated palace of Knossos. The most magnificent Minoan monument, residence of the mythical king Minos.The archaeological site of Knossos (Knosós GR: Κνωσός) is sited 5 km southeast of the city of Iraklion. There is evidence that this location was inhabited during the neolithic times (6000 B.C…
