Knossos Collection (#6)

Greece, Crete, Knossos, Palace of Minos, Upper floor Throne Hall
Greece - Crete - Knossos. Palace of Minos. Throne Hall. Upper floor

Greece, Crete, Knossos, The British archaeologist Arthur Evans (1851-1941)
Greece - Crete Island - Knossos (20th century) - The archaeologist Arthur Evans photographed during the reconstruction of the Minoan Palace

Gold necklace and pendant from Greece, Crete, Knossos, tomb 2
Greek civilization, 8th century b.C. Goldsmithery. Gold necklace and pendant. From Knossos, tomb 2

Old ruins of a palace, Palace Of Minos, Knossos, Crete, Greece
Greece - Crete - Knossos. Palace of Minos

Gold pendant from Greece, Crete, Knossos, tomb 2
Greek civilization, 8th century b.C. Goldsmithery. Gold pendant. From Knossos, tomb 2

Fresco depicting light blue monkey picking saffron flowers in garden of Palace of Knossos, from Knossos, Crete, Greece
Minoan civilization, 2nd millennium b.C. Fresco depicting a light blue monkey picking saffron flowers in the garden of the Palace of Knossos. From Knossos, Crete, Greece

Vase with palm leaf decorations, from Knossos, Crete, Greece
Minoan civilization, 3rd millennium b.C. Vase with palm leaf decorations, circa 2000 b.C. From Knossos, Crete, Greece

Prince of lilies. Stucco relief. About 1550 BC. Minoan art / Cretan art. Late Minoan period. Fresco. GREECE. Iraklion. Archaeological Museum. Proc: GREECE. Knossos. Knossos Palace

Hercules Wrestling the Bull of Knossos into Submission. 470 -456 BC. Fourth metope of the opisthodome of the Temple of Zeus. Classical Greek art. Relief on marble. GREECE. Olympia

Prince with Lilies

Mycenae Dagger / Knossos
Inlaid designs on a Mycenae dagger-blade. Cheetahs and Khaffre cats hunting ducks on the banks o the Nile

Vessels from Knossos
Vessels from M.M. III at Knossos, showing preservation of original polychrome finish

Heraklion (Iraklion}, Crete. Greece. Europe. Heraklion Archeological Museum. Fragment of the Procession Fresco from Knossos depicting a young man with richly adorned codpiece carrying a silver)

Large Minoan Strage Jar - Pithoi
The excavations of Sir Arthur Evans at Knossos revealed a remarkable set of large Minoan storage jars, or pithoi. The compartments in the floor were for grain and produce

Minoan scripts. Three scripts found by Arthur Evans on blocks in Mycenean buildings at Knossos, Crete. The scripts are known as Minoan Hieroglyphics, Linear A and Linear B

Europe, Greece, Crete (aka Kriti), Heraklion (aka Iraklion). Archaeological site of Knossos, c.1900 B.C

Greece - Palace of King Minos at Knossos
The excavations of Sir Arthur Evans at Knossos revealed a remarkable set of large Minoan storage jars, or pithoi. The compartments in the floor were for grain and produce

West Palace Wing / Knossos
A restored view of a section of the West Palace Wing. The picture shows the columns, shrines and stepped porch

Palace ruins, Minoan archaeological site of Knossos, island of Crete, Greece, Mediterranean, Europe

Palace ruins at Knossos, Crete, Greece

Palace ruins with mural paintings, Corridor of the Procession, Minoan archaeological site of Knossos, island of Crete, Greece, Mediterranean, Europe

Reconstructed palace of King Minos, Knossos, Crete, Greece, Europe

Large storage jars, Knossos, Crete, Greece, Europe

Palace of King Minos, Knossos, Crete, Greek Islands, Greece, Europe

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Discover the ancient wonders of Knossos, a captivating glimpse into Minoan civilization. Located in Crete, Greece, this archaeological site is home to the magnificent Knossos Minoan Palace, Europe's oldest city dating back to 2000 BC. Step into history as you explore the ruins of this once-thriving palace and marvel at its intricate frescoes. One such masterpiece is the 'Fresco Three Minoan Women, ' showcasing the artistic prowess of Minoan art with its vibrant colors and graceful figures. Another notable artwork is the 'Prince of Lilies, ' an illustration that captures the essence of royalty during that era. As you wander through these ancient grounds, be sure to visit The Queens Bath, a testament to their advanced engineering skills even in those times. Immerse yourself in their culture by admiring mural paintings depicting scenes from everyday life or stand in awe before the Dolphin fresco that symbolizes their connection with nature. The highlight for many visitors is encountering the famous bull fresco - a powerful representation of strength and vitality within Minoan society. These captivating murals transport you back in time and offer glimpses into a civilization rich with artistry and symbolism. Knossos remains one of Europe's largest Bronze Age archaeological sites, providing invaluable insights into our past. Soak up its historical significance as you walk among palace ruins and imagine what life was like for those who called it home thousands of years ago.