Αρχαιολογική τοποθεσία

Type: Settlement
Geographical area: Crete → Lassithi → E Siteia, NE of the Sfakia valley

Chronological Period: From PG to EA
Date: From 10th c. BC to 7th c. BC.
Overall Phases of Use: From LM to A

Location: Inland & Hill
A hill of some 500 m. rising to a characteristic conical peak visible from the N coast of Crete. All sides but the E are defended by cliffs and steep slopes.

Surveyed/Excavated Area Size: unknown
Estimated Settlement Size: 110 x 90 = 9900 m² (0.99 ha)

Fortification: no

Settlement Organization:
Street System: no
Drainage: no
Water Resources: yes
Springs to the SW
Public Spaces: no

Contributors: A. Kotsonas

Scanty remains of architecture are visible in places.

Records

  • : Extensive Survey by N. Platon (Greek Archaeological Service)
  • : Extensive Survey by M. Tsipoopulou (Greek Archaeological Service)
  • 1980-2000: Extensive Survey by K. Nowicki (Polish Academy of Sciences)

References: Primary

  • Nowicki, K., 2000. Defensible sites in Crete, c.1200-800 B.C. (LM IIIB/IIIC through Early Geometric), Liège: 55–56

References: Secondary

Written Sources

  • None

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