Ancient
Greece
Ancient
Greece was a fascinating time and place. Visit it again or
for the first time with these links, your gateway to the
ancient past.
An
Introduction to Ancient
Greece
Get the basics on the people and places of ancient Greece.
Learn about the birth of democracy, the great advances in
math and science, the terrible wars, and the rise of
Alexander the Great.
Athens: Shining Light, Dark Warning
Trace the development of the most famous Greek city-state, with a focus on government, the arts, and (of course) warfare.
Sparta: Powerful City-State
The power of the Peloponnesus was most well-known for its military might.
Athens
and Sparta: Similar Yet
Different
The ancient
city-states of Athens and Sparta were similar in several
important ways and different in several important ways. This
illustrated article explores both.
Lycurgus
and Solon: Lawgivers of Ancient
Greece
The people of ancient Athens and Sparta revered Solon and
Lycurgus as the men who gave them the laws they based their
societies on. These men are shrouded in mystery, as is the
time when they gave those laws. Find out more about these
famous men and how what they said transcended their own time
and place.
Ancient Argos
The Greek city-state of Argos predates other more famous centers of power, dating back to before the Trojan War. Argos was also home to many myths.
Corinth: Ancient Greek Powerhouse of Trade and Culture
Corinth was one of the wealthiest cities in the ancient Greek world. Its prime location–on the Isthmus of Corinth, in the middle of the Greek lands, surrounded by fertile plains and natural springs, and boasting two seaports–made it a prime destination for traders. Corinth was also home to many myths.
Delphi: Center of Ancient Greek World
The city-state of Delphi was regarded as the center of Ancient Greece, in more ways than one. It is perhaps most famous as being the home of the mysterious Oracle
Ancient Olympia
Olympia was a city-state in Ancient Greece most famous for two things: the Olympic Games and a Statue of Zeus that was considered one of the Seven Ancient Wonders of the World.
Ancient Rhodes
The island city-state of Rhodes was an important cultural and economic center, one of the Greek world's oldest settlements, dating to the time of Crete's Minoan civilization. Rhodes was also home to fabled Colossus
Syracuse: Shining Light of Ancient Sicily
Syracuse enjoyed many highs and suffered many lows during its prominence as a Greek city-state. It was home to many myths
Thebes: Ancient Greek Power and Mythmaker
Thebes was one of the most powerful of the cities of Ancient Greece and was also the setting for many of that civilization's memorable myths.
The Peleponnesian
War
This war was a long time coming. Check out the long chain of
events that led to Greek fighting against Greek.
Ancient
Greece Glossary
Meet the people, places, and things that made ancient Greece
exciting!
Timeline
of Ancient Greece
Follow the developments of ancient Greece as it grows from
the very beginnings to a great population center and a
center of arts, culture, and science. Includes links to
definitions of many people, places, and things.
Maps
of Ancient Greece
See the many parts of Ancient Greece! How far apart were
Athens and Sparta? Where was Marathon? Find answers to these
and other questions on these sites.
Persian
Wars
The Persians tried several times to conquer Greece. Despite
overwhelming advantages in troop numbers, the Persians went
home losers every time.
The
Ancient Greek
Olympics
The Olympic Games in
ancient Greece were a religious festival first and sporting
events second. The Greeks also quit fighting for the entire
Games period. And the events that they competed in were both
similar and different to those today's Olympics
offer.
The
Panhellenic Games
The Olympic Games were the most famous sporting festival in Ancient Greece, but the Greeks did have others. Together, they were called the Panhellenic Games.
Crete
in Ancient Times
Learn more about the island in particular, its history, its
culture, its industry, and its myths.
Alexander
the Great
Alexander the Great changed the world in many ways. Read all
about this fascinating larger-than-life figure from ancient
history.
Greek
Tragedy: The Invention of
Drama
This exciting feature traces the beginnings of the drama
as we now know it, from its earliest beginnings as satyr
plays to the genius of the Big Three Greek
tragedists--Aeschylus, Sophocles, and Euripides. The article
is in the form of a play script, complete with illustrations
of the principals.
The Life and Death of Socrates
Learn more about the famous philosopher. Includes a link to famous quotes.
Plato: Father of Western Philosophy
Plato is one of the most well-known people in Western history. A philosopher and writer, he is thought by many people to be the father of Western philosophy. He founded a school called the Academy.
Aristotle: Giant of Western Philosophy
Aristotle was one of the most famous people ever to live. A student of Plato, the founder of Western philosophy, Aristotle is thought by many to have surpassed his tutor in fame and influence. He, too, founded a school, called the Lyceum.
Clothing and Fashion in Ancient Greece
Great examination of clothing, hair, footwear, jewelry, and more. You'll even learn a bit about goods exchange. Check it out!
Lots
of Great Greece Links
Find everything you need in your study of Ancient Greece
here, at this wonderful site from KidsKonnect.
Homer:
Poet for the Ages
Homer is said to have written The Iliad and The Odyssey,
stories of The Trojan War and ancient Greece. But nobody
really knows that much about him. This site gives you
insight into this shadowy figure.
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