Knossos is a city in Crete and it is believed to be the cultural and religious center of the Minoan Civilization. Legend says that a labryinth was built at Knossos to house the Minotaur.
The Labyrinth, at Knossos on Crete.
Minoans lived on Crete. They got their name from their legendary king, Minos. Minos built a large palace in Knossos. It was said to be so huge that you could easily lose your way. Some historians say that the palace itself was the famous labyrinth (you know, where the Minotaur lived).
What happens in Knossos, stays in Knossos
Knossos was built between 1700 and 1400 BC
Knossos
The Labyrinth, at Knossos on Crete.
Minoans lived on Crete. They got their name from their legendary king, Minos. Minos built a large palace in Knossos. It was said to be so huge that you could easily lose your way. Some historians say that the palace itself was the famous labyrinth (you know, where the Minotaur lived).
What happens in Knossos, stays in Knossos
The area of Knossos is 14,000.0 square meters.
Alexandre Farnoux has written: 'Knossos' -- subject(s): Antiquities, Palace of Knossos (Knossos) 'Cnossos'
Knossos was built between 1700 and 1400 BC
This a government justice Branch. This branch was written in Knossos.
Winged Girl of Knossos was created in 1933.
When spoken aloud, the "K" in the word "Knossos" is silent. The ruined city of Knossos was the capital of the ancient Minoan civilization.
The palace of Knossos was located in North-Central Crete.
Knossos
The city of Knossos was the capital of ancient Crete. It is adjacent to the modern capital at Heraklion.