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The Archanes Palace can be found in the suburb of Tourkogitonia in the town of Epano Archanes. It was only discovered in 1964 by the renowned Cretan archaeologist Giannis Sakellarakis, as only a few remnants of the palace had been uncovered prior to that. Some portions of the palace remain beneath the modern-day houses of Arhanes. The palace was just as affluent and influential as the palace of Knossos and appeared to have strong ties of dependency. The objective of the palace and the Minoan town of Archanes, which spanned the same area as the present-day town, was to govern the rich and fertile mainland and oversee the numerous religious centers in the region (Anemospilia sanctuary, Giouchtas mount, necropolis in Fourni).
The palace complex experienced a history similar to that of other Minoan Crete palaces. It was constructed in 1900 BC, damaged by an earthquake in 1700 BC, rebuilt but destroyed again in 1600 BC, reconstructed, and ultimately destroyed in 1450 BC. Following the 1450 BC catastrophe, the city thrived once more under Mycenaean rule until 1200 BC.
In Tourkogitonia, the primary structure of the palace has been identified, along with the theater, the Archive (home to plaques inscribed with the Minoan script Linear A), sanctuaries, an impressive entrance, compartments, cisterns, a hydraulic system, and more. The palace likely had two floors, and its walls were adorned with frescoes. Numerous objects and ritual vessels were discovered within the palace, including figurines, portable altars, decorated jars, vases and cups, steatite seals, ivory human heads, and even flower pots! The majority of these artifacts are on display at the Archaeological Museum of Archanes and the Archaeological Museum in Heraklion.
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Featuring mountain views, Archanes The Loft offers accommodation with a balcony and a coffee machine, around 9.3 km from The Palace of Knossos. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi.
This apartment comes with 1 bedroom, a kitchen with an oven and a toaster, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom equipped with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment.
Venetian Walls is 15 km from the apartment, while Heraklion Archaeological Museum is 16 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 13 km from Archanes The Loft.
Featuring garden views, WALNUT TREE VILLA provides accommodation with a patio and a coffee machine, around 16 km from Venetian Walls. The air-conditioned accommodation is 10 km from The Palace of Knossos, and guests benefit from complimentary WiFi and private parking available on site.
The villa comes with 2 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with mountain views.
A continental breakfast is available daily at the villa.
WALNUT TREE VILLA features a barbecue and a garden, which can be enjoyed by guests if the weather permits.
Heraklion Archaeological Museum is 16 km from the accommodation, while Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos is 28 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International, 14 km from WALNUT TREE VILLA, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
Situated in Heraklio Town in the Crete region, Cretan Village Renovated House features a balcony. The accommodation is 10 km from the The Palace of Knossos and has free WiFithroughout the property.
Offering direct access to a terrace, this air-conditioned holiday home comes with 4 separate bedrooms and a fully equipped kitchen. A flat-screen TV is available.
Venetian Walls is 16 km from the holiday home, while Heraklion Archaeological Museum is 16 km from the property. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 14 km from Cretan Village Renovated House.
Located 10 km from The Palace of Knossos, “Eirini” traditional house Creta Archanes, Αρχάνες σπίτι offers accommodation with a balcony, as well as a garden. Free WiFi is offeredthroughout the property.
Each unit comes with a terrace offering garden views, a cable flat-screen TV, a well-fitted kitchen and a private bathroom with walk-in shower, a hair dryer and free toiletries. An oven, a fridge and stovetop are also featured, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle.
Hiking can be enjoyed nearby.
Venetian Walls is 16 km from the apartment, while Heraklion Archaeological Museum is 16 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International Airport, 14 km from “Eirini” traditional house Creta Archanes, Αρχάνες σπίτι.
Located 10 km from The Palace of Knossos, Vin Dimora Suites offers an outdoor swimming pool, a garden and air-conditioned accommodation with a patio and free WiFi.
The apartment provides guests with a terrace, pool views, a seating area, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a toaster, and a private bathroom with walk-in shower and a hair dryer. A fridge, a stovetop and kitchenware are also provided, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle.
Both a bicycle rental service and a car rental service are available at Vin Dimora Suites, while walking tours can be enjoyed nearby.
Venetian Walls is 16 km from the accommodation, while Heraklion Archaeological Museum is 16 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International, 14 km from Vin Dimora Suites, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
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€112
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Located in Archanes, 9.4 km from The Palace of Knossos and 15 km from Venetian Walls, The H Experience – The Good Life Archanes – Free parking offers air conditioning. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi.
The apartment with a terrace and mountain views features 2 bedrooms, a living room, a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment.
A car rental service is available at the apartment.
Heraklion Archaeological Museum is 16 km from The H Experience – The Good Life Archanes – Free parking, while Cretaquarium Thalassocosmos is 27 km away. The nearest airport is Heraklion International, 13 km from the accommodation, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.
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€131
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