Knossos - Wikipedia
网页Knossos (pronounced / (kə) ˈnɒsoʊs, - səs /; Ancient Greek: Κνωσσός, romanized: Knōssós, pronounced [knɔː.sós]; Linear B: 𐀒𐀜𐀰 Ko-no-so[2]) 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.
The Knossos Palace | Online Tickets and Information
网页Marvel at the remnants of Knossos Palace, home of Minos and the legendary Minotaur. Instant Online tickets from 18€. Audio Guide from 3,50€.
Knossos | Ancient Greece, Map, & History | Britannica
网页Knossos, city in ancient Crete, capital of the legendary king Minos, and the principal centre of the Minoan, the earliest of the Aegean civilizations (see Minoan civilization). The site of Knossos stands on a knoll between the confluence of two streams and is located about 5 miles (8 km) inland.
Knossos - World History Encyclopedia
网页2010年10月15日 · Knossos (pronounced Kuh-nuh-SOS) is the ancient Minoan palace and surrounding city on the island of Crete, sung of by Homer in his Odyssey: “Among their cities is the great city of Cnosus, where Minos reigned when nine years old, he that held converse with great Zeus.”
The Palace of Knossos - Visit Greece
网页Knossos was the foremost centre of the Minoan Civilisation, one of the most splendid civilisations in human history. The renowned ancient city with the palace is the largest and most typical archaeological site ever discovered on the island of Crete.
Everything You Need to Know About Knossos Palace - Greeking.me
网页2024年6月14日 · Knossos Palace is Greece's largest and most important archaeological site, with a rich history dating back to the 7th millennium BC. The palace served as the ceremonial, political, religious, and economic center of the Minoan civilization.
Visiting Knossos Palace In Crete - Dave's Travel Pages
网页2024年2月5日 · Nowadays, Knossos is an archaeological site open to the public, and one of the most popular places to visit in Crete. In fact, Knossos is the 2nd most visited historic site in Greece! If you are planning to see Knossos palace during your time in Crete, this travel guide is an essential read.
Knossos | Knossos | the city | Municipality of Heraklion
网页Knossos. The centre of Minoan civilisation and capital of Minoan Crete lay 5km south of Heraklion. Knossos flourished for approximately two thousand years. It had large palace buildings, extensive workshop installations and luxurious rock-cut cave and tholos tombs.
Knossos Minoan Palace in Crete
网页Knossos was the seat of the legendary King Minos and the main centre of power in Crete. The Palace of Knossos is the monumental symbol of Minoan civilisation, due to its construction, use of luxury materials, architectural plan, advanced building techniques and impressive size.
Knossos: the centre of Minoan Crete - Faraway Worlds
网页2024年4月28日 · Crete is the largest Greek island, and as you’d expect, there are several ancient sites to see there. Easily the most famous is the Minoan Palace of Knossos, home to the legendary Minotaur – the half-human, half-bull that lived in the labyrinth of Knossos, built by King Minos, the King of Crete.