Why did the Minoans abandoned Knossos in about 1450 BC?

The Minoans abandoned Knossos around 1450 BC likely due to a combination of factors, including natural disasters such as earthquakes and volcanic eruptions, as well as external pressures from invading Mycenaean Greeks. Evidence suggests that the Mycenaeans may have gradually taken over Minoan culture and territory, leading to the decline of Minoan political and economic power. Additionally, shifts in trade routes and agricultural practices could have contributed to the site’s abandonment.