Greece Europe Regional Archaeology

Greece Europe Regional Archaeology

The investigation of past cultures of the modern nationstate of Greece through the study and scientific analysis of material remains (i.e., osteological, artifactual, architectural, etc.).

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Prehistoric Archaeology of the Aegean

- Series of lessons and illustrations, tracing the Aegean from Palaeolithic and Neolithic times to Minoan Crete and Mycenaean Greece by Jeremy B. Rutter at Dartmouth College.

Excavations at Isthmia - University of Chicago reports and final publication of objects found at the Sanctuary of Poseidon on the Isthmus of Corinth and surrounding area.
Iklaina Survey Project - Inter-disciplinary research project investigating one of the district capitals of the Mycenaean kingdom of Pylos.
The Oxford Sphakia Survey - An interdisciplinary archaeological project studying life in Sphakia, Crete, from the time that people arrived in the area (by ca 3000 BCE), until the end of Ottoman rule in AD 1900. It involves the use of environmental, archaeological, documentary, and l
UNCG Mochlos Archaeological Project - Excavation of a sites on the island of Mochlos and its adjacent coastal plain in eastern Crete, sponsored by the University of North Carolina at Greensboro and the University of Athens.
Minnesota Archaeological Researches (MARWP) - Field survey and excavations of the Bronze Age in the western Peloponnesos conducted by the University of Minnesota at Messene, Morea, and Pylos.
Nemea Valley Archaeological Project - Bryn Mawr College and American School of Classical Studies intensive surface survey and analysis of an area of approximately 80 square kilometers in the southern Corinthia, Greece.
Knossos - The British School at Athens describes the history and excavations at the Minoan Palace of Knossos in Crete. Includes QuickTime tours of the palace and some of the artifacts from it.
Palace at Knossos, Crete - Photographs, 3D computer model, brief description and bibliography of the great Minoan palace from Great Buildings Online.
Excavation of the Cave of Euripides on Salamis - Report on the excavations conducted in the cave during 1996 by Yannos G. Lolos, Assistant Professor of Prehistoric Archaeology at the University of Ioannina, Epirus.
Ohio State University - Excavations at Isthmia - Conducts archaeological research, education, and publication at the Sanctuary of Poseidon at Isthmia. Provides preliminary reports, fieldwork, projects, resources, and news.
Byzantine Images - Gallery of Byzantine art and historical related images.
Minoan Crete - Information about all the major and some of the minor archaeological sites of the Bronze Age civilisation in Crete. Descriptions and photos.
HEMEA - Extensive listing of archaeological sites and excavations in Greece and Cyprus.
Images of the Palace at Knossos - Photographs of the palace built c.1700-1300 BC taken by Mary Ann Sullivan, Bluffton College. Part of her Digital Imaging Project.
New Light on the Dark Age of Greece - Essays on Dark Age archaeology by Jan Sammer.
Excavations at Plataia - Vienna University fieldwork at the ancient battlefield of Plataiai. History of the site and current researches.
3,500-year-old Cretan 'Minos Ring' is Authentic - A report from Athens News that Culture Minister Evangelos Venizelos said on April 3 that the Minos Ring has been assessed by the Archaeological Service as being an authentic 3,500-year-old piece of Minoan jewelry.
Athenian Agora Excavations - The American School of Classical Studies in Athens presents its findings from excavations since 1931, which are displayed in the reconstructed Hellenistic Stoa of Attalos Includes Quicktime videos.
Delphi - Collection of photographic images of Delphi: Temple of Apollo, Sanctuary of Athena, and the Athenian Treasury.
Palace of Knossos in Minoan Crete - An introduction with artist's impression and visitor information from Dilos Holiday World.
Ancient Cities of Crete - Article on the various excavated cities in Crete.
Barbarians and Bureaucrats - A series of chapters on the history and culture of Minoan, Mycenean, and Dark Ages Greece from Washington State University.
Mycenae - Collection of photographic images of the Citadel and Lions Gate.
The Corinth Computer Project - A computerized architectural and topographical survey of the Roman era colony of Corinth, by the University of Pennsylvania.
Mallakastra Regional Archaeological Project - Multi-disciplinary and diachronic archaeological expedition formally organized in 1996 to investigate the history of prehistoric and historic settlement and land use in an area centered on the Greek colony of Apollonia. The project employs techniques of i
The Canal of Xerxes in Northern Greece: Explorations 1991-2001 - Investigation of the 2 km canal built by King Xerxes across a isthmus on the Athos peninsula in northern Greece to allow his fleet safe access into the Aegean in advance of the Persian invasion of the early fifth century BCE.
Finnish Excavations at Arethousa - Excavations at Arethousa, Greece, conducted by the Finnish Institute at Athens. Site dates from the Neolithic period onwards and the study is centered on an ancient basilica and its environs.
Rich Finds in Macedonia - From ekathimerini, finds at Archontiko, near Pella in northern Greece, have shed further light on the wealth, heroic culture, commerce and burial rituals of ancient Macedonians, following the discovery of 396 unlooted tombs and 5,000 objects, dating betwe
Fieldwork Project at Geraki - Dutch archaeological study of the occupational history of the acropolis site of Geraki in Laconia, and its relationship to the rest of Laconia and the Aegean world. The methods used include topographical studies, intensive survey, and excavation.
Greek Archaeology - Collection of useful links on Greek archaeology. Research institutes, architecture, sites, craft and engineering, and special topics.
Dispilio Excavations - Official Web site of the Neolithic lakeside settlement. Provides a history of the research, a team directory, the volunteer program, news, photos, and contact information. [Greek and English]
Salamis Points to Mycenaean Maritime Past - A report in Athens News that an archaeologist thinks he may have found the ancient Mycenaean naval stronghold of Salamis, the island where one of the greatest recorded battles of antiquity took place.
Slavic Settlement of Greece in the Light of Archaeological Sources - In spite of the fact that the Slavic settlement in Greece has not yet been completely elaborated, a sufficient attention has been paid to it in research of various scientific branches. Archaeological research is slowly and gradually completing the picture
Corinth - Collection of photographic images of the Temple of Apollo,and the Acrocorinth.
The "Lost" Portico at Knossos: The Central Court Revisited - American Journal of Archaeology 106(4). The proposal is made that lining the court here was a long pillared portico of two adjoining sections. [PDF]
Athens Archaeological Park - Offers an interactive map, photos and brief summaries of the archaeological sites.
Stolen Antiquities from Corinth Return to Greece - The Hellenic Ministry of Culture rejoices in the recovery of the priceless collection of artifacts stolen from the Archaeological Museum of Ancient Corinth in 1990. Illustrated catalogue.
Pompilos - Advertisement for the volume entitled "The Nautical Origin of Greek Architecture and Sculpture". Includes a 12 page PDF synopsis of the theory and its basic evidence.

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