 Temples and shrines are paradoxically rare in the Mycenaean archaeological sites . Especially , monumental cultic structures are absent at any of the palatial center , with the exception of Mycenae . However , the cultic center of Mycenae seems to have been a later ( 13th century BC ) development . Small shrines have been identified in Asine , Berbati , Malthi and Pylos , while a number of sacred enclosures have been located near Mycenae , Delphi and Amyklae . Linear B records mention a number of sanctuaries dedicated to a variety of deities , at least in Pylos and Knossos . They also indicate that there were various religious festivities including offerings . Written Mycenaean records mention various priests and priestesses who were responsible for specific shrines and temples . Especially the latter were prominent figures in society , while the role of Mycenaean women in religious festivities was important , just as in Minoan Crete . 
