Myrtos Pyrgos

For other places named Pyrgos, see Pyrgos (disambiguation).

Pyrgos (also Myrtos-Pyrgos) is an archaeological site of the Minoan civilization near Myrtos in the municipality of Ierapetra on the south coast of Crete.

Archaeology

Pyrgos Myrtos overlooking the Libyan Sea

This Minoan settlement on the road to Ierapetra boasts several Minoan features: a drain, paved floors and footpaths and ashlar foundation blocks for its central building.

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Coordinates: 35°00′25″N 25°35′26″E / 35.00694°N 25.59056°E / 35.00694; 25.59056


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