The Mystery of the Ancient Palace of Knossos: From Legendary Labyrinth to Advanced System

Knossos, with its multi-level architecture, vivid decorative paintings, and the world's earliest drainage system, reflects the flourishing Minoan civilization.

Considered the oldest palace in Europe, Knossos dates back to the third millennium BC, predating many ancient Egyptian and Greek structures. Photo: Pinterest.

It has a complex maze-like structure. This is the origin of the Minotaur legend and the famous Labyrinth. Photo: Pinterest.

There are more than 1,000 rooms in the entire complex. The multi-level architecture shows the great development of architecture and construction of the ancient Minoans. Photo: Pinterest.

The walls are decorated with colorful paintings. Many depict rituals, nature and court life. Photo: Pinterest.

Has an advanced drainage system. Knossos Palace has the world's earliest flushing toilet. Photo: Pinterest.

There were no large defensive walls. This suggests that the Minoans felt secure thanks to their strong trade and navy. Photo: Pinterest.

Abandoned after a natural disaster. Many theories attribute the cause to an earthquake or the eruption of the Santorini volcano, which made the Knossos palace uninhabitable. Photo: Pinterest.

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