Acharna
Ἀχάρνα | |
| Location | Archanes, Crete, Greece |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 35°14′11″N 25°09′36″E / 35.23639°N 25.16000°E |
| Type | Town |
| History | |
| Periods | Archaic to Classical Greece (ca. 550–330 BC) |
| Site notes | |
| Condition | Ruined |
| Public access | Yes |
Acharna or Akharna (Ancient Greek: Ἀχάρνα) was a town of ancient Crete, located near the necropolis of Fourni, identified in the modern town of Archanes (Modern Greek: Αρχάνες) in central Crete. The town is attested in sources from approximately 550 to 330 BC, corresponding to the Archaic and Classical periods of Greek history.
It's associated with Minonian palatial and sanctuary structures. The site is significant for its Minoan inscriptures, including hieroglyphical seals and the presence of sacred objects.