Minoan civilization is stranger than it sounds.

The Minoan civilization was a Bronze Age culture which was centered on the island of Crete.

The Minoan civilization was a Bronze Age culture which was centered on the island of Crete. Known for its monumental architecture and energetic art, it is often regarded as the first civilization in Europe. The ruins of the Minoan palaces at Knossos and Phaistos are popular tourist attractions.