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Knossos Palace
Archaeological SitesHeraklion City, HeraklionArchaeological Sites
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Heraklion City, Heraklion
TimingSeasonal hours; check before you go
PriceFree to visit
TimingSeasonal hours; check before you go
TypeArchaeological Sites
PriceFree to visit
Overview
The Palace of Knossos is one of the most important archaeological sites in the world and one of the most recognizable symbols of Crete. Built on a hill about 5 km east of Heraklion, this impressive complex of buildings was the centre of Minoan civilization, one of the first high-level civilizations in Europe. Associated with the myths of Theseus, Minotaur and the labyrinth, it is undoubtedly the archaeological site that stands out in Crete.
Archaeological Sites
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