palace of Knossos
Ancient Greece
Minoans’ Sophisticated Diet Included Imported Spices From Asia
The Minoans were a remarkable people with a civilization far advanced for its time in many ways with artwork and palaces replete with riches beyond description; now, we know that their diet was as rich and varied as their...
Greece
Knossos Closed Due to Strike
The archaeological site of Knossos remained closed on September 18, due to the museum guards' strike, who are protesting against the dismissals of 250 employees from the Ministry of Culture.
At this time of the year, the Palace and the...
Archaeology
The Famous Palace of Knossos and its History
Knossos, the famous Minoan Palace lies five kilometers southeast of Heraklion, in the valley of the river Kairatos, in Crete. Ιn Greek mythology, the Palace of Knossos was the residence of the mythical King Minos, the son of Zeus...
Archaeology
Crete Wants Minoans on UNESCO List
Crete is still pushing for Knossos to be a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and is now preparing a new folder titled Minoan civilization, which will include the most important monuments on the island, such as Phaistos, Zakros and the archaeological site...