Historic site · Greece
Knossos
Archaeological site and Minoan palace complex in Heraklion, Crete
About Knossos
Knossos is an archaeological site and ancient urban centre in Crete, Greece. It is located within the southern periphery of Heraklion, about 5 km (3.1 mi) south of the city's historic centre. The site was occupied from the Neolithic period into the first millennium AD and became the largest and best-known centre of the Minoan civilisation. Knossos is widely considered Europe's oldest city.
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Questions about Knossos
Where is Knossos?
Knossos is in Greece. The nearest city is Irákleion, about 4 km away.
Is there a ready-made trip plan near Knossos?
Yes. The 7-day Crete plan is about 106 km away. You can open it and change it as you like.
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