Essays Tagged: "Thira"

Ancient Thera, Sanorini - What does the physical evidence available today reveal about the Theran economy and beliefs (e.g wall frescoes, pottery, architecture, religious symbols).

Thira is the main island of Santorini, the location of an ancient city. Excavation carried out in 18 ... re recently, the archeologists discovered more clues to this lost city. The commercial buildings in Thira were constructed of dressed limestone blocks, while residential houses were constructed by usi ... nstructed by using small stones of uneven shapes. As well as the remains of occupants of this city, Thira also contained pottery, architectural designs as well as religious symbols, giving archeologis ...

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Subjects: History Term Papers > European History