In Greek mythology, young men and women were sacrificed and offered in tribute to Crete from Athens in relation to the Minotaur.This occurred every 9 years and 7 men and women were offered.
Because Minos' son died at war against Athens and Minos wanted compensation for it.
From London to Athens is 3 hours 30 minutes. From Athens to Crete is 50-60 minutes.
Athens.
Crete or Athens.
in the city of Crete
Athens must send seven boys and seven girls every ninth year to the Cretan Minotaur as a tribute following their defeat in war against Crete. This practice is part of a peace treaty imposed by King Minos of Crete, intended to appease the Minotaur, a monstrous creature residing in the Labyrinth. The sacrifices symbolize Athens' subjugation to Crete and serve as a reminder of their past humiliation. This grim tradition continues until the hero Theseus ultimately arrives to confront and defeat the Minotaur, ending the cycle of tributes.
No, it's a city-state on theGreek mainland.
Either by plane (from Athens, 12 flights a day, or any major European airport to Nikos Kazantzakis Airport in Heraklion, Crete) or by ferry boat (from Piraeas, Athens, 3 companies serving that route).
Theseus was celebrating his victory over the Minotaur, a monstrous creature that had been terrorizing Athens by demanding tributes of young people for sacrifice. His successful slaying of the Minotaur in the labyrinth of Crete not only freed Athens from this burden but also showcased his bravery and heroism. Additionally, his return to Athens marked the end of a dark chapter in the city's history, allowing the citizens to rejoice in their newfound safety and the hero's triumph.
Theseus was from Athens. He fought the Minotaur in Crete.
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King Minos of Crete forced seven boys and girls into the labyrinth as a punishment for the death of his son, Androgeus, who was killed in Athens. To avenge his son's death, he demanded that Athens send these tributes every nine years as a sacrifice to the Minotaur, a monstrous creature housed within the labyrinth. This act was both a demonstration of his power and a means to quell any potential uprising against him. The labyrinth, designed by Daedalus, served as a secure prison for the Minotaur, ensuring the tributes could not escape.