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Greece - History
What's to say about Greek history? The vibrant societies of ancient Greece have had a profound impact on the modern world. Thousands of people study Greek history all over the world, while there's a big talk about the Greek words used internationally and the impact of the Greek language on the rest.
This section of www.touristorama.com is an introduction to the history of Greece, tracing the development of Greek civilization as manifested in political, intellectual and creative achievements from the ancient years till the modern era.
Minoan Palace of Knossos in Crete
Knossos was the capital city of the Minoan civilization which developed mainly in Crete. This civilization of the Bronze Age is the oldest organised and evolved society in Europe and influenced major trade centres of the Aegean Sea, like Santorini. The Palace of Knossos was the administrative centre of Minoans and now it is one of the most important archaeological sites in the world.
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Aesop and his fables
Aesop was a story teller with numerous tales credited to him now collectively known as Aesop's Fables. His fables are moralizing stories, many of them involving animals as characters in attempt to show in superlative the true nature of one’s character and perhaps give us a lesson.
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Hellenistic Period
Hellenistic Period corresponds to the years between the death of Alexander the Great in 323 BC and the annexation of the Greek heartlands by Romans in 146 BC. Despite the advent of new political centres and cultural forces, Athens was still an important city and an essential cultural centre during that period.
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