The palace of Knossos is the largest Minoan palace. The first palace was built in 1900 BC and destroyed in 1700 BC (cause unknown). A new palace was built,…
Circular pit, maybe used as a trash or as grain storage, from 1900-1700 BC.
Former houses of the pre-palatial period (3200-1900 BC) are visible in two of the pits. The pits were not used after 1700 BC.
West facade.
South house, restored in the 20th century in concrete, from scant evidence. The restoration is very uncertain.
South propylaeum, restored with a copy of the "cup bearer" fresco.
South entrance.
Wesr wing, largely reconstructed. Many clay artifacts were found there including the snake goddesses now in the archaeological museum in Iraklio .
Central court (50x25m) around which the palace was articulated.
Throne room.
East wing.
Queen megaron (apartments of the Queen - modern interpretation of the location with modern reconstruction).
Large storage jars called "pythoi".
