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The Geography and Civilizations of Ancient Greece: From Minoans to City-States

Ancient Greece's geography significantly influenced its civilizations, characterized by rugged mountains and proximity to the Aegean Sea. The Minoan civilization flourished on Crete (2000-1400 B.C.) as master builders, great sailors, and creators of unique artwork and writing. Following the Minoans, the Mycenaean civilization emerged on the mainland, building palatial structures and conquering Minoan territories around 1450 B.C. After the Dark Ages, diverse city-states developed, introducing various governance systems, with Athens becoming the first democracy. Discover the rich history and geography that shaped Ancient Greece.

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The Geography and Civilizations of Ancient Greece: From Minoans to City-States

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  1. Ancient Greece Geography and Civilizations

  2. Greece’s Geography • Lived on the Aegean Sea • rugged mountains divided Greece into small, isolated areas • hilly terrain was ideal for growing grapes and olives, but not enough farmland to produce grains • ideally located for sea trade

  3. Minoan Civilization • Great sailors • developed writing, artwork • master builders (palace at Knossos) • 2000-1400 B.C. • lived on the island of Crete

  4. To see more artifacts click any of these pictures

  5. Mycenaean Civilization • Built ships • lived on mainland of Greece • built palaces based on Minoan palaces • conquered Minoans in 1450 B.C. • culture ended and the Dark Age began in the 1100s B.C.

  6. Rise of City States • After the Dark Ages, city states began to develop • monarchy oligarchy tyrannny democracy • Athens was the first democratic city-state

  7. Acropolis, Athens

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