Crete
Crete was the center of the Minoan civ the second greek civ after the Cycladic. He was a very peacefull civ mainly preoccupied with naval trade. Check Minoan civilization for further info.
The Minoan culture on Crete was during 27th century BC to 12th century BC. P.S. If you are a grown up who asked this question, guess what? An 11-year old answered it. Think about that:).
Two prominent theories regarding the collapse of the Minoan civilization around 1450 BC are the volcanic eruption of Santorini and the invasion by Mycenaean Greeks. The eruption, which occurred around 1600 BC, likely caused significant environmental and economic disruptions, including tsunamis and agricultural decline. Additionally, the Mycenaeans, who had been influenced by Minoan culture, may have exploited the weakened state of the Minoans, leading to their eventual conquest and assimilation.
The Minoans thrived from 2700 to 1450 BC. Though the first inhabitants of Crete settled in 128,000 BCE, the Minoan culture was not established until the 28th or 27th century BCE.
The Minoan civ. The first was the Cycladic followed by the Minoan and then by the Mycenean. The Minoan civ flourished from approximately 3000 BC to 1500 BC in the island of Crete. It was one of the most peacefull civs ever, their main occupation was naval trade, and they had great architecture. They used inhouse plumming and ''polithira'' (πολύθηρα-multidoors) something like a series of stone revolving doors instead of a wall to provide light and space.
Minoan civilization began on the island of Crete around 3000 BC. It lasted for about 1500 years before being succeeded by the Greeks. The Minoan capital was Knossos, and Sir Arthur Evans discovered the Palace of Minos there. The name 'Minoan' is derived from 'Minos'. Hope that helps.
Crete was the center of the Minoan civ the second greek civ after the Cycladic. He was a very peacefull civ mainly preoccupied with naval trade. Check Minoan civilization for further info.
The Minoan culture on Crete was during 27th century BC to 12th century BC. P.S. If you are a grown up who asked this question, guess what? An 11-year old answered it. Think about that:).
Two prominent theories regarding the collapse of the Minoan civilization around 1450 BC are the volcanic eruption of Santorini and the invasion by Mycenaean Greeks. The eruption, which occurred around 1600 BC, likely caused significant environmental and economic disruptions, including tsunamis and agricultural decline. Additionally, the Mycenaeans, who had been influenced by Minoan culture, may have exploited the weakened state of the Minoans, leading to their eventual conquest and assimilation.
The Minoans thrived from 2700 to 1450 BC. Though the first inhabitants of Crete settled in 128,000 BCE, the Minoan culture was not established until the 28th or 27th century BCE.
Greece is considered the birthplace of Western civilization. The first mainland Greek civilization is the city of Μycenae. During this time, 1500 BC, a rich and powerful society developed. History often refers to it as the golden age of gods and heroes.
It was a sophisticated Bronze Age culture on the island of Crete, from about 3000 BC to 1450 BC. It was not Greek until later, when large elements of the culture passed into Classical Greece. It seems to have been a monarchy. City-state democracy may have begun among the Phonecians and was later taken up by the Greeks. Minoan Civilization began on the island of Crete in about 3000 BC. It lasted for 1500 years. Minoans traded with ancient Egyptians and Babylonians and learned writing from them. They also learned different skills such as making pottery and jewelry and building palaces. Around 1500 BC, the island of Crete was hit by an earthquake and a major volcanic eruption on the island of Thera. The Minoan civilization ended when the Mycenaeans (in southern Greece) conquered it in 1450 BC. The Mycenaeans were warlike people and had a strong army,they knew how to use metal and make pottery.They had their civilization through learning Minoans. Around 1100 BC, the Mycenaean civilization itself ended when the Dorians (from the northern Balkan peninsula) conquered it.
The Minoan civ. The first was the Cycladic followed by the Minoan and then by the Mycenean. The Minoan civ flourished from approximately 3000 BC to 1500 BC in the island of Crete. It was one of the most peacefull civs ever, their main occupation was naval trade, and they had great architecture. They used inhouse plumming and ''polithira'' (πολύθηρα-multidoors) something like a series of stone revolving doors instead of a wall to provide light and space.
Scientists initially believed that the Minoan civilization disappeared primarily due to invasion by the Mycenaeans. However, further research has highlighted the impact of natural disasters, such as the volcanic eruption of Santorini and subsequent tsunamis, which significantly weakened Minoan society. Additionally, evidence suggests that environmental factors and internal socio-political changes may have also contributed to their decline. This shift in understanding emphasizes the complexity of the factors leading to the collapse of the Minoan civilization.
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The eruption of the Thera volcano is theorized to have potentially caused significant damage to the Minoan civilization on Crete around 1600 BC. The resulting tsunami and ashfall may have played a role in destabilizing and weakening the society.
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