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Greece. Tiryns. Walls
Mycenaean art. Greece. Tiryns. Mycenaean city whose settlement began in the Proto-Helladic period, during the third millennium BC. Between 1400 and 1200 BC. walls were erected
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This evocative photograph captures the imposing ruins of the ancient Mycenaean city of Tiryns, nestled in the lush green hills of Greece. Established during the Proto-Helladic period around 3000-2500 BC, Tiryns underwent significant growth and development between the 14th and 13th centuries BC, during the Mycenaean age. The city's most notable feature is its massive cyclopean walls, a testament to the advanced engineering and architectural skills of the Mycenaeans. The walls of Tiryns, depicted in this image, were erected during the late Mycenaean period, around 1300-1200 BC. Their distinctive appearance, with large, roughly hewn stones fitted together without mortar, has led to the popular myth that they were built by the legendary one-eyed giants, the Cyclopes. However, this theory has been debunked by modern archaeological evidence, which suggests that the walls were constructed by a highly skilled workforce. The Mycenaean civilization, of which Tiryns was a part, is renowned for its rich artistic and cultural heritage. The city's ruins are a treasure trove of archaeological discoveries, including pottery, jewelry, and metalwork, which provide valuable insights into the daily life, art, and society of the ancient Greeks. As you gaze upon the hauntingly beautiful image of Tiryns' walls, it is easy to be transported back in time, to an age when myths and legends were born, and the foundations of Western civilization were laid. The city's enduring allure continues to captivate and inspire, as it stands as a reminder of the rich history and cultural heritage of Greece.
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