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The Palace of Knossos is a UNESCO site because it represents one of the only sites that holds a record of the aincient Minoan civilisation and tells the story of the civilizations rise and fall. Found inside it have also been over 3000 tablets containing the unknown and untranslated Linear A and the language Linear B which is now known to be a very early form of Aincient greek.

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Where is Knossos located in Greece?

Knossos is located on the island of Crete in Greece, near the modern city of Heraklion. It is an archaeological site that dates back to the Minoan civilization and is known for its impressive palace complex.


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The palace of Knossos, located on the island of Crete, covers an area of approximately 20,000 square meters (215,000 square feet). It is the largest Bronze Age archaeological site on Crete and was the political and cultural center of the Minoan civilization.


Where is the Minoan palace located?

The palace of Knossos was located on the island of Crete.


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What has the author Alexandre Farnoux written?

Alexandre Farnoux has written: 'Knossos' -- subject(s): Antiquities, Palace of Knossos (Knossos) 'Cnossos'


What was the largest Minoan palace?

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 is the palace city of the king of the Minoan civilization?

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What island is the palace of knossos ruins on?

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Who found the Palace of Minos at Knossos?

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