Phaistos, Archaeological site in Tybakio, Crete, Greece.
The palace complex features multiple levels with grand courtyards, stone staircases, and extensive storage facilities situated on a hill overlooking the Messara Plain.
The first palace construction at Phaistos dates to 1850 BCE, followed by subsequent reconstructions until its final destruction around 1400 BCE by an earthquake.
The archaeological site reveals intricate details of Minoan civilization through architectural remains, pottery fragments, and religious ceremonial spaces within the palace structure.
The archaeological site maintains seasonal hours, operating from 8:00 to 20:00 during summer months and 8:30 to 15:00 during winter period.
The discovery of the Phaistos Disc, a clay tablet containing mysterious spiral-arranged symbols from 1500 BCE, remains one of archaeology's unsolved writing systems.
Location: Faistos Municipality
Inception: 30 century BCE
Opening Hours: April 01-October 31: 08:00-20:00; November 01-March 31: 08:30-15:00
Phone: +302892042315
GPS coordinates: 35.05123,24.81427
Latest update: May 27, 2025 06:57
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