The Palace Complex at Knossos

Knossos, Crete. New Palace Period, c. 1700-1450 BCE.

 

 

Bull Leaping Fresco

Knossos, Crete. Late Minoan period. c. 1450-1375 BCE. Height approximately 24 1/2″ (62.3 centimeters). Archaeological Museum, Iraklion, Crete.

 

The Metropolitan Museum Article

Minoan Crete

 

National Geographic Article

Rise and Fall of the Mighty Minoans

 

The Metropolitan Museum

Historical Images of the Greek Bronze Age

 

YouTube Video

The Palace of Knossos 3D Reconstruction  

 

Ancient History Encyclopedia Article and Video

Knossos

 

Live Science Article

Knossos: Palace of the Minoans

 

National Geographic Article

Bull Leaping, Modern Sport Hints at an Ancient Tradition

 

Furman University Article

Bull Leaping Fresco