The palace is located at Ano Archanes, where the excavations began in 1964. It is believed to have been subordinate to the Palace of Knossos; the purpose of its construction was the control of the hinterland. It was built in 1900 BC and was destroyed three times. Following its third destruction, it was rebuilt during the Mycenaean occupation (1450 to 1200 BC.) As of today, archaeologists have found the center of the palace, the theater, wall paintings, and various objects. Within walking distance, in Fourni, there is the Minoan cemetery, considered the most important in Crete, where the sarcophagus of the Queen was found intact, adorned with priceless jewels. The site is not open to the public except by special appointment.