Lybarinth of Heraklion, Crete
My knowledge of Greek history was non existence. There were a few familiar names/characters that rang a bell but nothing more. A quick tour of the Palace of Knossos at Heraklion Crete made me want more than just a familiar ring. This change in my heart was all due to the most amazing story teller of a guide who took us around this largest bronze age archaeological site. I was clueless about the Minoan civilization and its culture. Forget about the neolithic settlements that made this place as their base as early as 7000 BC. Mind boggling History!! I cannot recreate the stories that the guide engaged us with, but of course can share the pictures. The palace complex has multiple buildings and served as religious civic and economic center.One of first things that stuck me was when we were told that what we experience in this complex is a reproduction based on the interpretation of archaeologist Sir Authur Evans. Opinions about its accuracy varies but for me it was ...