FBU4250223 Minoan archeological site of Phaistos. General view of the central court from the shrines of the west wing.The central court is a basic architectural element of Minoen palace. It is a core around which the different wing are set. This central court was built in the time of the old palace (1900-1700 BC). It was also use in the New Palace. The central court was used for economic, social and religious activities of the palace. Phaistos, Crete. by Minoan; (add.info.: Minoan archeological site of Phaistos. General view of the central court from the shrines of the west wing.The central court is a basic architectural element of Minoen palace. It is a core around which the different wing are set. This central court was built in the time of the old palace (1900-1700 BC). It was also use in the New Palace. The central court was used for economic, social and religious activities of the palace. Phaistos, Crete.); Photo by Frank Buffetrille; out of copyright.