Hagia Triada Collection

Ritual scene of worship, possibly concerning the veneration of the dead
XZL149457 Ritual scene of worship, possibly concerning the veneration of the dead, detail of decoration on a sarcophagus from a tomb at Ayia Triada, Crete, Late Minoan Period

Priestess at an altar, detail from a sarcophagus from a tomb at Ayia Triada, Crete
XZL149404 Priestess at an altar, detail from a sarcophagus from a tomb at Ayia Triada, Crete, Late Minoan Period, c.1390 BC (painted plaster on limestone)

The Harvesters Vase from Crete, 16th century
The Harvesters Vase from Crete, now in the Archaeological Museum of Herakleion, 16th century

Hagia Triada Avenue et Couvent William J Stillman
Hagia Triada - Avenue et Couvent; William J. Stillman (American, 1828 - 1901); 1860 - 1869; Albumen silver print

Hagia Triada Cloitre Attributed William J Stillman
Hagia Triada - Cloitre; Attributed to William J. Stillman (American, 1828 - 1901); 1860 - 1869; Albumen silver print

The Hagia Triada Church. View over the valley. A woman standing on a wall taking a photograph. Berat upper citadel old walled city. Albania, Balkan, Europe

The Hagia Triada Church. View over the valley and down on the modern lower part of the town. Berat upper citadel old walled city. Albania, Balkan, Europe

The Hagia Triada Church. Winding steps leading up. Berat upper citadel old walled city. Albania, Balkan, Europe

Minoan civilization, clay tablet with inscriptions in Linear B, from Haghia Triada
Minoan civilization, 15th century b.C. Clay tablet with inscriptions in Linear B. From Knossos. 1405-1400 a.C

The Hagia Triada Church. Berat upper citadel old walled city. Albania, Balkan, Europe

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Hagia Triada, a place steeped in history and mystery. Here, amidst the ruins and relics, lies a glimpse into the ancient world of worship and veneration. A ritual scene unfolds before our eyes, depicting an intricate ceremony possibly dedicated to honoring the deceased. In this captivating image, we see a priestess standing at an altar, her presence commanding reverence. This detail is extracted from a sarcophagus found in Ayia Triada's tomb on the island of Crete. The priestess's solemn expression hints at the sacredness of this momentous occasion. Moving beyond this archaeological marvel, we encounter another artifact that transports us back in time – The Harvesters Vase from 16th century Crete. Its intricate design tells tales of agricultural abundance and communal celebration during Minoan times. As we journey through Hagia Triada Avenue and Couvent William J Stillman, we find ourselves immersed in its rich cultural tapestry. These structures bear witness to centuries gone by – their walls echoing with stories untold. The Red Mosque Berat stands tall within Hagia Triada's upper citadel; its ruins whispering secrets of faith and devotion. In contrast to these ancient remnants, Hagia Triada Church emerges as a testament to continuity amidst change - offering breathtaking views over valleys while preserving its historical significance. Winding steps lead us up towards Hagia Triada Church within Berat's old walled city - each step taken unveiling layers upon layers of history etched into stone. As we ascend higher still, our gaze encompasses both past and present; modernity coexisting harmoniously with antiquity below. Amongst these hallowed grounds lie clay tablets inscribed with enigmatic writings - Linear A and Linear B scripts from Minoan civilization discovered at Hagia Triada site. These tablets serve as linguistic puzzles yet unsolved but offer glimpses into the lives lived by those who came before us.