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Minoan Tombs in Platanos


Minoan tombs in Platanos
Minoan tombs in Platanos
In Platanos, two large tombs containing ivory seals and gold jewellery dating from 3500 B.C. have been discovered. They are among the largest and most important tombs on Crete because of their age. They are free-standing and were probably roofed. The diameter of the largest of the tombs was 13 metres and its walls were 3 metres thick. They were used for a long period of time.

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Minoan tombs in Platanos
Minoan tombs in Platanos
Minoan tombs in Platanos
Minoan tombs in Platanos
Minoan tombs in Platanos
Minoan tombs in Platanos
 
Visit the area of the sight: Platanos