Archaeological finds in Gavdos
Gavdos inhabited since the prehistoric period. They have found the following archaeological finds on the island:
Minoan
The Gulf of sea bass, on the northwestern side of Gavdos, there are ancient tombs dating from the Minoan era, although no structures have been found in the same period.
Roman
Under the settlement Bass was the Roman era, who allegedly was dependent Gortyn of the prefecture Heraklion. Still remain part of the aqueduct and the furnace that was used for the exploitation of iron ore. Shard found in the ore and now trails in the area. Moreover, it is believed that the substantial deforestation of Gavdos dates back to Roman times, when the trees were used as firewood for the production of iron. Iron was exported from the port of Bass currently located three meters below the sea.
Byzantine
In the area of St. John, southeast of sea bass, are the remains of the city from the first Byzantine period. During this period, the city of Saint John had 8,000 inhabitants, while the size of Gavdos evidenced by the fact that it had its own bishop.
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