Kommos (Crete)
Κομμός | |
Archaeological site of Kommos | |
| Region | Mesara Plain, Crete |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 35°00′48″N 24°45′39″E / 35.013333°N 24.760962°E |
| Type | Harbour town, sanctuary |
| History | |
| Cultures | Minoan civilization, Mycenaean civilization, Ancient Greece |
| Satellite of | Possibly Phaistos and Hagia Triada |
| Site notes | |
| Excavation dates | 1976-1995 |
| Archaeologists | Joseph Shaw, Maria Shaw |
| Public access | No |
Kommos (Greek: Κομμός) is an archaeological site in southern Crete. During the Minoan period, it served as a harbour town for nearby Phaistos and Hagia Triada. After the Bronze Age, a sanctuary was built over the ruins of the earlier town. It is notable for providing evidence about international trade and local daily life.
The partially excavated site is located 5 km north of Matala, adjacent to Kommos Beach. It is not open to the public, but is visible from the beach.