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How did the cities of Crete differ from other cities in ancient civilizations?
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∙ 12y ago
I'm doing homework with a similar question. I think it's because it was mostly surrounded my water and it wasn't all just one big land mass. There were also islands separate from the mainland.
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 11y agoThe Minoan Civilization was a Bronze Age civilization that arose on the island of Crete and flourished from approximately the 27th century BC to the 15th century BC.
Perhaps this has something to do with it.
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∙ 12y agoThay had better life styles also they built many cities
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What was the largest island of ancient Greece?
Crete.
What was life like in ancient Crete?
it was great it was great
How did the Egyptians influence culture on Crete?
Much of the Egyptian influence in Crete can be seen in artwork from approximately 4000 to 3000 years ago. Many Cretan statues have strong poses such as those commonly seen in Egyptian artwork. Also, a number of Egyptian cults (such as the cult of Isis) were found in Crete. The Minoan (Cretan) and Ancient Egyptian Civilizations had a high regard for one another and trade numerous items.
What language did ancient Crete speak?
First Minoan, then Greek.
Why was crete so important in Ancient Greece history?
Well, Crete was the largest city state in Greece and it was very mountainous. According to Greek Mythology, Crete was the place where Zeus (The god of Gods) grew up.
How did cities in Crete differ from cities in other ancient civilizations?
Each city had a palace instead of a temple. The cities also did not have walls around them. Instead, people depended on the sea and navy for protection.
What is the cities of ancient Greece?
A colony established in Crete.
Where did ancient civilizations begin?
In the central and southern Greek peninsula after earlier beginnings in Crete.
What did Sir Arthur Evans do?
Sir Arthur Evans was a British archaeologist known for his excavation of the ancient city of Knossos on the island of Crete. He is credited with popularizing the concept of the Minoan civilization and coined the term "Minoan" to describe the culture of ancient Crete. His work at Knossos laid the foundation for our understanding of ancient Aegean civilizations.
This African nation was one of the most important civilizations of the ancient world?
Libya north to Crete and ,Canaan and south to the kingdoms of Aksumand Nubia
What greek island is 60 miles south of mainland Greece?
It is the island of crete, crete is an ancient island that was once lived on by the ancient greeks :)
What role did ancient Crete play in the development of Greek culture?
it was one of the very first greek civilizations they were the first ever group that was considered truly greek
When was the labrys made?
The labrys was made during the Ancient Greek civilizations, and was originally from Crete. In England, it was first introduced by Sir Arthur Evans in the Journal of Hellenic Studies XX.
What civilizations was centered on the island of Crete in the Mediterranean sea?
the minoan - apex
What was an ancient land on the aegean?
crete
What is the capital of Crete ancient Greece?
The capital of the Minoan civilization on Crete was at Knossos.
Was Crete part of the ancient Athenian empire?
no
