| p>Mycenae is an ancient city within Greece that's | | | | appropriately named Lion's Gate, which is over |
| located six miles from the city of Argos. Mycenae | | | | 3,000 years old. The ancient city is 15 miles from |
| was an important city in ancient times. It was | | | | the modern part of Mycenae. It was constructed |
| home to many leaders who helped mold the | | | | between 1300-1200 B.C and it still stands--in |
| history of Greece. Mycenae is full of mythical | | | | part--today. Unfortunately, the majestic lions of |
| legends--powerful gods and goddesses. | | | | Lion's Gate are now headless, but their mystique |
| History lovers will enjoy casually walking through | | | | remains. |
| the ancient stone passageways in Mycenae. It | | | | After passing through the Lion's Gate, you'll be in |
| truly is a mysterious location within Greece. I'd | | | | the ancient city where you will find such sights as |
| recommend planning some time to visit the | | | | the ancient grave circles. They once housed |
| museum. | | | | priceless golden treasures, but today those items |
| Many priceless artifacts from ancient Mycenae | | | | are stored in the National Archeological Museum of |
| have been extracted and are now on display | | | | Athens. |
| today for your viewing pleasure. Dare I say, it's | | | | Excavation is an on-going process. Don't be |
| impossible to get bored at the museum. | | | | surprised if you see this activity while you tour |
| It is Greece, so mythology encapsulates the area. | | | | Mycenae. To gain access to the ancient city, you'll |
| The citadel in Mycenae, which was constructed to | | | | need 6 euro. It's a small price to pay to be |
| protect against invasion, features sturdy walls of | | | | immersed in history. As with any walking venture, |
| stone. Greece legend says that these walls were | | | | carry plenty of water with you--especially during |
| so impenetrable that only Cyclops could move | | | | the hot periods. And your trip into the ancient city |
| them. | | | | won't be complete without a stop at the souvenir |
| To get into the Mycenae citadel, you'll enter the | | | | shop. |