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
![](../I/m/Pyrgos_Myrtos_overlooking_the_Libyan_Sea.jpg)
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.
External links
- http://www.minoancrete.com/pyrgos.htm
- http://www.minoan-aegis.be/field-projects/myrtos-pyrgos/?lang=en
Coordinates: 35°00′25″N 25°35′26″E / 35.00694°N 25.59056°E
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