Minoan Civilization - The Monster and the Labyrinth

At the dawn of European history, Greece led the way with ground-breaking innovations. From the acoustically perfect arena at Epidaurus (where fourteen thousand spectators can hear unamplified sound) to the towering Parthenon (in Athens), ancient Greeks created seven wonders.

This video clip initially provides a short summary of each; next moves into a story about the palace of Knossos (did King Minos really build a labyrinth to hide a monster known as the Minotaur?); then briefly introduces the Oracle at Delphi.

For the story on the Minotaur, move the clip forward to 2:30.

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From Seven Wonders of Ancient Greece, broadcast by the Discovery Channel.