Knossos is a Bronze Age archaeological site in Crete. The site was a major center of the Minoan civilization and is known for its association with the Greek myth of Theseus and the minotaur. It is located on the outskirts of See more

In Greek mythology, King Minos dwelt in a palace at Knossos. He had Daedalus construct a labyrinth, a very large maze in which to retain his son, the Minotaur. Daedalus also built a … See more

The site of Knossos was identified by Minos Kalokairinos, who excavated parts of the West Wing in the winter of 1878-1879. The British … See more

• Aenesidemus (first century BC), sceptical philosopher
• Chersiphron (sixth century BC), architect
• Epimenides (sixth century BC), seer and philosopher-poet
• Ergoteles of Himera (fifth century BC), expatriate Olympic … See more

Neolithic period
Knossos was settled around 7000 BC during the Pre-Pottery Neolithic, making it the oldest known settlement in Crete. The initial settlement was … See more

The palace at Knossos was continuously renovated and modified throughout its existence. The currently visible palace is an accumulation of features from various periods, alongside modern reconstructions which are often inaccurate. Thus, the palace was never … See more

• Magasa
• Trapeza See more