The Minoan Palace and the Micenaean Citadel both have walls that protect them. However, they are both very distinct. Minoan Chronology has two main periods. The “old palace” period lasted from about 1900 to 1700 BCE while the “New Palace” period started around 1700 and it lasted until 1450 BCE. Sir Arthur Evans excavated the complex at Knossos in 1900 CE. The walls of the palace are practically earthquake-proof while the lower walls have dressed stone. Minoans created all kinds of extravagant ceramics due to the encouragement of the introduction of the potter's wheel. One of the ceramics developed is called Kamares ware. It is known by its use of color, thinness, and its elegant painted decoration. The palace was a part of the "New Palace"
