Along the major rivers that traverse the deserts of northeast africa, the middle east, and northwest india, the combination of a reliable supply of water and good growing conditions bot?

encouraged farming traditions that, in places, endure in at least 6,000 years.

Explanation:

Plants generally require a constant supply of water and conducive conditions to grow and germinate. Therefore, the presence of a constant supply of water and conducive conditions for crops to grow and germinate will favor farming. These rivers serve as sources of water supply and also create an enabling environment for crops to grow.  

the minoan civilization flourished in the middle bronze age on the island of crete located in the eastern mediterranean from c. 2000 bce until c. 1500 bce. with their unique art and architecture, and the spread of their ideas through contact with other cultures across the aegean, the minoans made a significant contribution to the development of western european civilization as it is known today. labyrinth-like palace complexes, vivid frescoes depicting scenes such as bull-leaping and processions, fine gold jewelry, elegant stone vases, and pottery with vibrant decorations of marine life are all particular features of minoan crete.  

so basically their unique way of ding arts, as well as architecture.