Minoan villa of Zakros, archaeological site in Greece
The Minoan villa of Zakros is an ancient dwelling site on Crete featuring residential rooms, storage areas, and a winepress. The ruins span multiple levels with visible wall remnants, decorated plaster surfaces, and large earthenware jars used to hold wine and provisions.
The site was built during the late Minoan period thousands of years ago and constructed on terraced levels overlooking the valley. Excavations began around 1900 and intensified in the 1960s when researchers found inscribed pottery and evidence of wine production activities.
The villa served as a center for wine production and local commerce in the Minoan society. Colored frescoes and carefully crafted storage vessels reveal how the residents valued skilled craftsmanship and organized their daily work.
Access is easy via an asphalt road leading directly to the site. Wear sturdy shoes as the terrain is uneven and the ruins are spread across a sloping hillside.
A storage jar on the middle level bears an inscription in Linear A script mentioning a person named Titikos who may have managed wine supplies. This rare written record provides a glimpse into the names and roles of individuals who worked at the villa.
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