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  Has the original Labyrinth been found ?
 

Has the original Labyrinth been found ?
Posted on Friday, 30 October, 2009 | 7:52 | Comments: 3
Category: Ancient Mysteries
 
An elaborate network of underground tunnels found in a disused quarry on the Greek island of Crete is now thought to be the site of the original mythical Labyrinth where Theseus fought the half-man, half-bull Minotaur.

"A disused stone quarry on the Greek island of Crete which is riddled with an elaborate network of underground tunnels could be the original site of the ancient Labyrinth, the mythical maze that housed the half-bull, half-man Minotaur of Greek legend."

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