The Minoan Palace at Phaistos - Minoan Crete
The Palace of Phaistos lies on the East end of Kastri hill at the end of the Mesara plain in Central Southern Crete. To the north lies Psiloritis, the highest mountain in Crete. On the slopes of Psiloritis is the Kamares cave, probably a religious or …
Phaistos - Wikipedia
It is notable for the remains of a Minoan palace and the surrounding town. Ancient Phaistos was located about 5.6 km (3.5 mi) east of the Mediterranean Sea and 62 km (39 mi) south of Heraklion. Phaistos was one of the largest cities of Minoan Crete.
Minoan Palace of Phaistos (Crete) – Tips + Photos - ZigZag On …
Nov 6, 2023 · The Palace of Phaistos, in Crete, is one of the largest Minoan sites on the island. Located on the South coast, it is a fascinating place to visit with beautiful views and lesser crowds. Below is my guide to help you plan your visit with map, tips and photos.
Phaistos, the Minoan Palace - Explore Crete
Phaistos, or more correctly the Minoan Palace of Phaistos, is located in the Messara Plain in south-central Crete, 55 kilometres south of Heraklion and a short distance from the archaeological site of Agia Triada, the archaeological site of Gortys and Matala.
Phaistos - World History Encyclopedia
May 15, 2012 · The first and finest palace was constructed between 2000 BCE and 1700 BCE. This large scale Minoan palace was built on a wide plateau on the lowest of three hills, 97m high. The palace, at its widest extent, occupied an area of 8,400 square metres and was second only to Knossos in size and importance.
Explore the Minoan Palace of Phaistos in Crete
The Minoan Palace of Phaistos is 55km (around 1hr by car) from Heraklion Airport and 132km (around 2hr 15min) from Chania Airport. It is 60km from the centre of Heraklion. You can also reach the palace by bus from Heraklion.
Greek Art & Architecture: Phaistos
The setting for the palace at Phaistos, on a steep hilltop looking north from Mount Ida, is more beautiful than for Knossos. The plan is also more symmetrical and regular compared to Knossos. Plan of the Palace at Phaistos
Visit Phaistos Palace: Crete’s Lesser-Known Minoan Sight
Nov 25, 2017 · Phaistos: Exploring the Lesser-Known Minoan Palace. I was standing at Phaistos Palace, a complex built for Minoan royalty, located south of Heraklion. After visiting the famous – and crowded – site of Knossos Palace, which is the most popular ancient sight in all of Crete, I was curious about the lesser-visited Phaistos. Although second in ...
Phaistos (or Festos) - Archaeological site - DestinationCrete.gr
The archaeological site and Minoan Palace of Phaistos (also spelt Festos) is one of the most visited and well known in Crete. The palace complex and the city of Phaistos were built on a hill, offering a panoramic view, especially to the east, north, and to the south.
Ministry of Culture and Sports | Palace of Phaistos
The Palace of Phaistos with its superb architectural composition and its almost perfect construction, is considered to be the finest and most typical of all Minoan palaces. The ruins of the old and new palace are preserved today, the former having been protected under a shed.