Mycenae is an archaeological site in Greece, located about 90 km southwest of Athens, and is one of the foundational sites of European civilization. These are photos from the on-site archaeological museum.
Oct 29, 2007
Archaeological Museum, Mycenae
Oct 29, 2007
Ruins, Corinth
The city of Corinth was founded in the Neolithic Age, around 6000 BC. According to myth, the city was founded by Corinthos, a descendant of the god Helios (the Sun), and there is evidence that the city was destroyed around 2000 BC.
Oct 29, 2007
Temple of Zeus, Nemea
The Nemean Games were held from at least 573 BC at the sanctuary of Zeus at Nemea. Three columns of the temple of the 4th century BC have stood since their construction, and two more were reconstructed in 2002. Currently four more are being re-erected. The site around the temple has been excavated, including the […]
Oct 29, 2007
Stadium, Nemea
Nemea is an ancient site in the northeastern part of the Peloponnese, in Greece. It is famous in Greek myth as the home of the Nemean Lion which was killed by the hero Heracles. It is also known as the place where the infant Opheltes, lying on a bed of parsley, was killed by a […]
Oct 29, 2007
Tomb of Clytemnestra, Mycenae
The so-called “Tomb of Clytemnestra” is outside the Citadel at Mycenae, and is a good example of the architectural type known as the tholos.
Oct 29, 2007
Citadel, Mycenae
Mycenae is an archaeological site in Greece, located about 90 km southwest of Athens, and is one of the foundational sites of European civilization. It is believed that Mycenae was settled by Indo-Europeans who practiced farming and herding, close to 2000 BC. The site has been well-preserved; the massive ruins of the cyclopean walls and […]
Oct 28, 2007
Easy Cruise, Greece
Here are some photos from our 7-night Greek cruise. The Easy Cruise ship and accommodations are simple, but they get the job done, especially considering the price! Tip: If you are interested in cruising with Easy Cruise, check www.travelzoo.com for special deals. We met people there who only paid $10 per person per day!
Oct 27, 2007
Trevi Fountain, Rome
The Trevi Fountain is the largest and most ambitious of the Baroque fountains of Rome. It is 25.9 meters (85 feet) high and 19.8 meters (65 feet) wide. A traditional legend holds that if visitors throw a coin into the fountain, they are ensured a return to Rome.
Oct 27, 2007
Vittoriano, Rome
The Monumento Nazionale a Vittorio Emanuele II (National Monument of Victor Emmanuel II) or Altare della Patria (Altar of the Fatherland) or “Il Vittoriano” is a monument to honor Victor Emmanuel, the first king of a unified Italy.
Oct 27, 2007
Spanish Steps, Rome
The Spanish Steps are a set of steps in Rome, Italy, climbing a steep slope between the Piazza di Spagna at the base and Piazza Trinità dei Monti above.
