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Minoan Civilization
An advanced civilization located on the island of Crete during the Bronze Age.
Arthur Evans
An English archaeologist who rediscovered the history of the Minoans and unearthed the Palace of Knossos.
Palace of Knossos
A large Minoan palace linked to the myth of King Minos, discovered by Arthur Evans.
King Minos
The legendary king after whom the Minoans were named, associated with the Minotaur myth.
Sea trading
The Minoans were renowned for their trade with regions like Anatolia, Phoenicia, Greece, Egypt, and Africa.
Agricultural economy
The Minoans' economy was primarily based on agriculture, producing products like olive oil and wine.
Minoan art
Characterized by sophisticated designs and depictions of women and men in sports and daily life.
Toreadoring
A Minoan sport involving bull-leaping, emphasizing physical prowess.
Matriarchal religion
The worship system of the Minoans, centering around a goddess, often depicted with serpents.
Throne of King Minos
Possibly the oldest throne in Europe, found in the Palace of Knossos.
Natural disasters
Crete faced significant earthquakes and tsunamis, leading to the rebuilding of Minoan structures.
Cultural legacy
The Minoans influenced later Greek civilizations, recognized even by Mycenaean and Athenian societies.
Atlantis
A mythical island referenced by Plato, often linked to the Minoans and their trade city on Santorini.
Volcanic eruption
The catastrophic eruption on Santorini that destroyed the Minoan trade city, leading to widespread devastation.
Mycenaean influence
The merging of Mycenaean culture with Minoan led to the decline of Minoan society by 1200 BC.
