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Aegean Civilization __ A brief overview of Aegean civilization. Text links lead to related materials - From Infoplease.com - http://www.infoplease.com/ce6/history/A0802590.html

Aegean Civilization __ "AEGEAN CIVILIZATION, the general term for the prehistoric civilization, previously called "Mycenaean" because its existence was first brought to popular notice by Heinrich Schliemann's excavations at Mycenae in 1876. Subsequent discoveries, however, have made it clear that Mycenae was not its chief centre in its earlier stages, or, perhaps, at any period; and, accordingly, it is more usual now to adopt a wider geographical title." Learn about its discovery, history, and many unique features. - From PageWise, Inc. - http://83.1911encyclopedia.org/A/AE/AEGEAN_CIVILIZATION.htm

Aegean Page __ Excellent galleries of Minoan, Mycenaean, and Cycladic art. - illustrated - From Dr. Rozmiri Basic/University of Oklahoma - http://www.ou.edu/finearts/art/ahi4913/aegean.html

Architecture of Ancient Crete __ You will find an excellent overview of the architecture of ancient Crete. The article covers everything from drainage to building materials. - From Rich East High School/Park Forest, IL - http://www.richeast.org/htwm/Greeks/others/crete/arch.html

 
Bryn Mawr Classical Review 1998.11.22 __ While this is a review of a book "John G. Younger, Music in the Aegean Bronze Age," there is enough good information in the review itself to make a good study. - From Bryn Mawr Classical Review - http://ccat.sas.upenn.edu/bmcr/1998/1998-11-22.html

The History of Plumbing (CRETE) __ "Between 3000-1500 B.C., their early plumbers had laid elaborate systems of sewage disposal and drainage that resemble one of today." This is a fascinating article for those interested in ancient technology. - illustrated - From The Plumber.com/Plumbing & Mechanical Magazine - http://www.theplumber.com/crete.html

Inspiration __ Learn how the fresco's of Minoan and Mycenaean civilization effected the other arts and civilizations of the region in this commercial arts website. - galleries of frescos - From Steve Bogdanoff - http://www.artonwalls.com/inspiration1.htm

Makriyialos __ Learn about a Minoan country estate. You will learn about architectural features, uses, and more. "Davaras suggests that the building was a "cult villa" similar to those of Nirou, Amnisos, Kannia and Vathypetro. Unfortunately the finds at this site were not as rich as those at the other cult villa sites but Davaras believes that they nevertheless support his view that the building is a "cult villa"." - illustrated - By Ian Swindale - http://www.uk.digiserve.com/mentor/minoan/makriyialos.htm

Minoan Art __ You will find a wide ranging photo display of Minoan art and architecture. - illustrated - From Dr. Rozmeri/University of Oklahoma - http://www.ou.edu/finearts/art/ahi4913/aegeanhtml/minoan.html

Minoan Civilization __ Here is an overview of Minoan civilization and culture. Text links to additional information. - From Infoplease.com - http://www.infoplease.com/ce6/history/A0833328.html
 
Minoan Civilization __ An overview of Minoan civilization and culture. Many text links to related materials. - From Columbia Encyclopedia - http://www.bartleby.com/65/mi/Minoanci.html

Minoan Civilization, Bronze Age Culture in Crete, Greece __ You will find a good history of the Minoan civilization beginning with the Pre-palace period 2600 BCE through the Sub-Minoan period 1000 BCE. - good album of photos - From Dilos Holiday World - http://www.dilos.com/region/crete/min_cul.html

Minoan Crete __ This is a large and very inclusive website about Minoan Crete. You will find numerous sections and articles. - illustrated - English or Polish - By Ian Swindale - http://www.uk.digiserve.com/mentor/minoan/index.htm

The Minoans __ A good one page overview of Minoan civilization. - From Washington State University - http://www.wsu.edu:8080/~dee/MINOA/MINOANS.HTM

Mycenaean Civilization __ A brief, but thorough, overview of Mycenaean civilization. - From Infoplease.com - http://www.infoplease.com/ce6/history/A0834633.html

Myths of Crete and Pre-Hellenic Europe index __ An online book dealing with many myths and legends of the time and place. Learn why some think Crete is the lost Atlantis. - By Donald A. Mackenzie - http://www.sacred-texts.com/cla/moc/index.htm

Notes on Greece __ "The Greek achievement, however, was preceded by an advanced civilization located on the lands surrounding the Aegean Sea. This Aegean civilization, which came into full flower about 2000 B.C. and collapsed suddenly following 1200 B.C., developed through two major periods." You will find lecture notes about Minoan and Mycenaean civilizations. The notes are rather sketchey but can lead in important directions for further research. - From Emayzine - http://www.emayzine.com/lectures/noteson%20Greece.htm

The Palace of Nestor at Pylos __ The palace is the only one of its size, character, and date that yet has been discovered in western Peloponnese. Learn about its history and influence. - illustrated - From Ioannis Georganas - http://www.geocities.com/i_georganas/PYLOS.html
 

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