Minoan Palace of Malia
The third great Minoan palace, right by the sea.
Archaeological sites · Hersonissos
Minoan palaces & villas
Knossos, Phaistos, Malia, Zakros and more
The Minoans built Europe’s first palaces more than 3,500 years ago. Knossos is the famous one, but Phaistos, Malia, Zakros and the small villas and towns are often quieter and just as moving.