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Prehistoric Greek Water Works Found

Sat, 25 Aug 2007 18:23:07 GMT

clipped by: dorine
clipper's remarks: "The 6-acre site was girdled with a wall of huge stone blocks, built around 1250 B.C. Excavations have also uncovered several buildings - some decorated with painted plaster walls - pottery, a clay figure of a goddess, seal-stones and an amethyst vase shaped like a triton shell.

Controlling a strategic road in the northeastern Peloponnese, Midea was first occupied in the later Neolithic period, in the 5th millennium B.C. It flourished during Mycenaean times and was destroyed by earthquake and fire at the end of the 13th century B.C. - after which the site diminished in size and significance. Traces of habitation have also been located from the Archaic (7th and 6th centuries B.C.), Roman and Byzantine periods."

Clip Source: apnews1.iwon.com

ATHENS, Greece (AP) - Archaeologists excavating a sprawling prehistoric fortress in southern Greece have discovered a secret underground passage thought to have supplied the site with water in times of danger.

Dating to the mid-13th century B.C., the stone passage passed under the massive walls of the Mycenaean citadel of Midea and probably led to a nearby water source, authorities said Friday.

The passage would allow the people of Midea, about 93 miles south of Athens, safe access to drinkable water even in times of enemy attack.

"It is a very important discovery, which gave us great joy," excavation director Katie Demakopoulou said.

Only three such networks - major engineering feats requiring intensive labor - from Mycenaean times have been found so far.

revealed cut rock steps leading to the triangular passage, whose entrance was covered with a large stone lintel. At the entrance to the 5-foot-high passage, archaeologists found quantities of broken clay water jars and cups.

Tags: ancient history, greece, archaeology, science

Modern-day Argonauts

Mon, 07 Jul 2008 09:38:18 GMT

clipped by: hitchhiker08

Clip Source: www.odditycentral.com

Modern-day Argonauts

One of the world’s most fascinating legends is Jason and the Argonaut’s journey for the Golden Fleece. Now there are those who want to retake the unbelievable journey in an identical wooden ship.

A replica of the Argo has been built according to the known designs for warships in the Mycenaean era, equipped with a ram used to break the hull of enemy ships. The ship will carry 50 oarsmen with another 22 standing by on a ship sailing behind the Argo.

The modern argonauts will spend 2 months at sea, sailing 2000 nautical miles (3700 km), but unfortunately won’t be able to follow the journey of the original Greek heroes. Turkey has refused to guarantee safe passage for the 28.5 meters long ship through the Bosporus Strait, so the adventurers won’t be able to reach the city of Colchis, in modern Georgia. It will however retrace part of the argonauts return voyage.

Argo and the 50 argonauts left on June 13 and will reach their destination on August 11.

Clip Source: en.wikipedia.org

Golden Fleece

Tags: golden fleece, mycenaean era, mythology, jason, adventure, exploration

Exploring the "lost city" of Mycenaeans

Tue, 11 Mar 2008 23:30:58 GMT

clipped by: invictus
clipper's remarks: Professor Daniel J. Pullen is unearthing a 3600-year-old "lost city" in Aegean coast.

Clip Source: www.eurekalert.org

Along an isolated, rocky stretch of Greek shoreline, a Florida State University researcher and his students are unlocking the secrets of a partially submerged, “lost” harbor town believed to have been built by the ancient Mycenaeans nearly 3,500 years ago.

“This is really a remarkable find,” said Professor Daniel J. Pullen, chairman of FSU’s Department of Classics. “It is rare indeed to locate an entire town built during the Late Bronze Age that shows this level of preservation.”

The settlement, referred to as Korphos-Kalamianos by Pullen and Tartaron, rests on the shores of the Saronic Gulf in the western Aegean Sea about 60 miles to the southwest of the Greek capital, Athens.

Tags: archaeology, aegean, mycenaean, lost city, science

Art History resources on the web

Fri, 04 May 2007 17:38:21 GMT

clipped by: dorine
clipper's remarks: Great site. Lots of photos.

Clip Source: witcombe.sbc.edu

Prehistoric Art
Prehistoric Art: General
Paleolithic Art
Mesolithic Art
Neolithic Art

Greek Art
Ancient Art: General
Cycladic, Minoan & Mycenaean
Ancient Greece

Art in Early Europe
Scythian
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Iron-Age Europe
Anglo-Saxon
Viking

Islamic Art
Islamic Art

Renaissance Art in Italy
General
Early Renaissance Art
High Renaissance & Mannerist Art

Research Resources
Lists of Links
Image Resources
Lists of Artists
Image Finders
Visual Resources & Projects
Research and Methodology
Books, Reviews, Bibliographies
Journal & Periodical Searches
Art Newspapers & Arts News

Tags: art, history, internet, photos

Greek Archaeological Sites List

Tue, 26 Dec 2006 20:18:29 GMT

clipped by: stroxis
clipper's remarks: This seems to be a very complete list of archaeological sites in greece

Clip Source: www.culture.gr

Abdera
Abdera, ancient harbour
Achinos, Phthiotis, castle
Acrocorinth
Acropolis of Athens
Acropolis of Athens, northern, eastern and southern slope
Acropolis of Kierio (Karditsa)
Agia Eirini on Ceos
Agia Paraskevi, Thessaloniki, Archaic cemetery
Agia Triada (Eleia)
Agia Triada (Herakleion)
Agios Andreas on Siphnos, Mycenaean acropolis
Agios Fokas on Lesvos
Agios Georgios, Peratata, Kephalonia, castle
Agios Mamas (Chalkidiki)
Agios Stephanos, Cos, Early Christian basilicas
Aiane (Kozani)
Aigosthena (Attica)
Akanthos (Chalkidiki)
Akovitika (Messenia)
Akraiphnion - Ptoon (Boiotia)
Akrotiri on Thera
Alea Athena Sanctuary (Tegea, Arcadia)
Aliki of Thassos
Alimia, ancient castle (Dodecanese)
Alipheira
Alos (Magnesia)
Amarynthos
Amnissos (Herakleion)
Amphiareion (Oropos, Attica)
Amphipolis, ancient site
Amphipolis, Byzantine
Amphissa, ancient fortification
Amyklaion and Sanctuary of Apollo Amyklaios (Laconia)
Anaktoroupolis (Kavala)
Anastasioupolis - Peritheorion (Rhodopi)
Ancient Agora of Thassos
Anemospelia, Archanes (Herakleion)
Ano Englianos, Mycenaean palace (Messenia)
Ano Tithorea, fortification
Aphaia (Aigina)
Apodoulou (Rethymnon)
Aptera (Chania)
Archanes
Archontikon, Giannitsa
Argos
Argos, castle Larissa
Arkassa, Karpathos, ancient acropolis
Armenochori, Astypalaia, Mycenaean cemetery
Armenoi, Late Minoan cemetery
Asine (Argolis)
Asprochaliko
Assos, Kephalonia, castle
Astros Paralion, castle
Astypalaia, ancient cemeteries
Astypalaia, ancient city and acropolis
Astypalaia, castle
Athens Ancient Agora
Athens Roman Agora
Aulis, Sanctuary of Artemis
Azoros

Tags: archaeology, sites, greece, history

Only complete example of Mycenaean Armor

Fri, 03 Nov 2006 21:00:04 GMT

clipped by: tpq62
clipper's remarks: What Brad Pit should have been wearing in "Troy"

Clip Source: www.ekathimerini.com

Unique Mycenaean suit of armor due for conservation

Found 46 years ago, this rare relic of the Bronze Age needs repair

he only complete example of a Mycenaean suit of armor ever found is to be sent for conservation work, 46 years since its discovery at Dendra in the Argolid, the Central Archaeological Council (KAS) has decided.

Dating from the 15th century BC, it is made up of four pieces: a neckpiece, two epaulettes, a breastplate and an articulated section with three straps to protect the rest of the warrior’s torso.

Broad strips of metal were fastened to a leather lining which appears to have covered the body from neck to knee. At 15 kilos, its weight must have made it hard to move in and it is believed that it was not worn on the battlefield but in circumstances where a show of prestige was in order.

At that time they were investigating one of the graves in the cemetery at Dendra, which had been the subject of an attempted raid. They found a large number of impressive objects, of which the suit of armor was an exceptional example of Mycenaean art, the only one known to have been found that predates the Geometric era.

The Ancient and Modern Monuments Conservation Directorate, which studied the suit of armor, reported that it needed treatment, not only because it was 46 years since the original preservation work, but because modern methods can reveal more detail.

So far, examination has shown that the armor is fragile, has severe cracks and is broken in places.

Tags: science, history, archaeology, mycenaea, greece, conservation

Ancient Greece: Delphi Archaeological Site

Sat, 03 Jun 2006 11:58:22 GMT

clipped by: bookchick49
clipper's remarks: "Most of the ruins that survive today are witness to the site's pinnacle which was reached in the 6th c. B.C., and are testament to the diverse cultural influences that hovered over the sanctuary for a nearly a millennium."

Clip Source: www.ancient-greece.org

Delphi Archaeological Site

The archaeological site of Delphi is one of the most important ancient relics of Greece. The magnitude of the Delphi contributions to the entire ancient civilization cannot be overstated.

Many political decisions were taken after consultation of the Oracle, and no colony was founded around the Mediterranean without the consent of the sanctuary at Delphi. In proportion with its immense influence, the settlement at delphi grew from a small village to a imposing depository of fine Architecture and Art.

At the Delphi sanctuary excavations have unearthed settlements that date as far back as the Neolithic era. However evidence of the site's importance dates back to the Mycenaean period (1600-1100 B.C). Most of the ruins that survive today are witness to the site's pinnacle which was reached in the 6th c. B.C., and are testament to the diverse cultural influences that hovered over the sanctuary for a nearly a millennium.

The functions of the Oracle of Delphi grew over the centuries to include athletic games and cultural events and Delphic festivals, the most important of which was the Pythian Games which were held every four years in memory of Apollo's slaying of the Python Dragon. To accommodate the gratitude that each city/state was eager to express, and all the cultural affairs, the sanctuary evolved to include major temple complexes, a theater, a stadium, and a number of ornate treasuries.

Some of the most prominent edifices on the sacred slopes of Delphi are the temple of Apollo, the ancient theater, the stadium, the sanctuary of Athena Pronaia with the Tholos, the Kastalia spring, and the various treasuries that adorn the sacred way. The archaeological museum on the site contains many important ancient Greek artifacts from the excavations at Delphi.


Temple of Apollo	Tholos	Delphi Theater


Delphi Museum	Delphi Stadium	Charioteer of Delphi

Tags: history, greece