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Crete Island : Herakleion Prefecture : Knossos

Knossos is, of course, Crete's most famous monument: the largest, strongest and most impressive of the island's Minoan palaces, a true must for every visitor. In Knossos, as Kazantzakis put it, one's mind is flooded with questions and one's heart beats with a different rhythm. [Greek Hotel]...

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Minoans: Women in Minoan Culture

The Minoans, an ancient civilization that thrived on the island of Crete from around 3000 to 1100 BCE, had a culture that valued and respected women in ways that were uncommon for their time. One of the most fascinating aspects of Minoan society was the elevated status of women. Minoan women enjoyed freedoms not seen in other ancient civilizations...

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Battle of Thermopylae

The Battle of Thermopylae took place during the Greece-Persia war in roughly the 5th century BC. Some 30 city-states of central and southern Greece met in Corinth to devise a common defense (others, including the oracle at Delphi, sided with the Persians). They agreed on a combined army and navy under Spartan command, with the Athenian leader Themi...

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TEMPLE OF ATHENA NIKE

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The Theban Hegemony: 371-362 BC

The Theban Hegemony was a period in ancient Greek history from 371 to 362 BC when the city-state of Thebes rose to power and exerted its influence over other Greek city-states. This period is particularly notable for the military successes of Thebes, especially under the leadership of the general Epaminondas. One of the key events during the Theba...

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Internet Resources: Ancient Greece

Many Links, General Resources Cretan and Aegean Palace Civilizations Mycenae and Pre-Homeric Greece Greek History Greek Archaeology Greek Art Greek Architecture Greek Philosophy Greek Religion Greek Literature Greek Drama Greek Music Greek Science and Mathematics Greek Language Bibliographies On-line Courses with Resources Newsgr...

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Greece and Rome - Art and Archaeology

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The Atlas of Ancient and Classical Geography

The Atlas of Ancient and Classical Geography is a valuable resource for anyone interested in exploring the world of ancient civilizations and their geographical contexts. This meticulously crafted atlas provides detailed maps and information about the landscapes, cities, and regions that played significant roles in shaping history. With its compre...

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Minoans: Minoan Visual Culture

The Minoans were an ancient civilization that thrived on the island of Crete from around 2600 to 1100 BC. One of the most fascinating aspects of Minoan culture is their rich visual arts and artifacts that provide a glimpse into their sophisticated society. Minoan visual culture is characterized by vibrant frescoes, intricate pottery, and intricate...

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