ANCIENT GREECE
• Greek culture can be said to have begun with the Bronze Age civilization of the Minoans in Crete.
• The Minoans built vast palaces, and were skilled in metalwork, pottery, artwork and the crafting of jewelry.
• Civilization on the Greek mainland followed closely behind that of Crete, and Greece soon became the cultural center of the ancient world.
• Ancient Greek civilization was at its zenith during the Classical era, from 499 BC to 79 BC.
• The early Greeks were encouraged to be great thinkers and philosophers. Their scientists and mathematicians laid the groundwork that made todays scientific discoveries possible.
• They loved to gather together to discuss concepts, ideas, religion and politics, 4 spending much time in the agora (marketplace) in conversation and argument.
• Ancient Greeks were great lovers of beauty, art, literature and drama, and enjoyed listening to stories, fables and legends. Greek Period