The Minoan shrine in Anemospilia
In the location of Anemospilia (signposted at the main square), a Minoan shrine was discovered. The shrine was destroyed in the large earthquake of 1700 B.C. that destroyed the old palaces. The archaeologists believe that a human sacrifice was taking place at the time of the disaster, probably attempting to avert the danger of the quakes.
Photos of Minoan Shrine in Epano Arhanes:
The Minoan shrine in Anemospilia at the base of Mount Youktas
The Minoan shrine in Anemospilia
Visit the area of the sight: Epano Archanes
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