https://padlet.com/0459861/k2ousq0z96x4od0p en-us 2020-11-19 19:52:18 UTC 2020-11-19 20:43:02 UTC hello@padlet.com 0459861 https://padlet.com/0459861/k2ousq0z96x4od0p/wish/943264617 A major metropolis during the Roman period.
Second largest & wealthiest city of the Byzantine Empire. Was conquered by the Ottomans in 1430. ]]> 2020-11-19 20:04:50 UTC https://padlet.com/0459861/k2ousq0z96x4od0p/wish/943264617 0459861 https://padlet.com/0459861/k2ousq0z96x4od0p/wish/943284756 Highest mountain in Greece. It is located between Thessaly & Macedonia in the Olympus Range. It has an elevation of 9,573 feet, & is said to be the abode of the Greek gods and the location of Zeus' thrown in Greek Mythology.]]> 2020-11-19 20:09:44 UTC https://padlet.com/0459861/k2ousq0z96x4od0p/wish/943284756 0459861 https://padlet.com/0459861/k2ousq0z96x4od0p/wish/943323257 Mykonos is the most famous of the Greek islands. It is best known for its black sand beaches & blue waters. It is a very popular tourist destination. ]]> 2020-11-19 20:19:09 UTC https://padlet.com/0459861/k2ousq0z96x4od0p/wish/943323257 0459861 https://padlet.com/0459861/k2ousq0z96x4od0p/wish/943347971 Crete was the center of the most ancient European civilization, the Minoans. Archaeologists have identified & discovered the palace complex in Knossos, the most famous Minoan site. Their king, Minos, who in Greek mythology was said to be the son of Zeus and was a legendary ruler. ]]> 2020-11-19 20:25:27 UTC https://padlet.com/0459861/k2ousq0z96x4od0p/wish/943347971 0459861 https://padlet.com/0459861/k2ousq0z96x4od0p/wish/943374380 Santorini is one of the Cyclades islands in the Aegan Sea, & was devastated by a volcanic eruption in 16th century BC. This eruption shaped its rugged landscape & geographical significance as a volcanic island. It is famous for its white-washed buildings, and views from Oia town.]]> 2020-11-19 20:32:27 UTC https://padlet.com/0459861/k2ousq0z96x4od0p/wish/943374380 0459861 https://padlet.com/0459861/k2ousq0z96x4od0p/wish/943392284 Athens, Greece is the current capital of Greece, and was the center of ancient Greece. The city still features old 5th century BC landmarks, such as Acropolis, a hilltop stronghold topped with ancient temples, including the Parthenon  temple. ]]> 2020-11-19 20:37:24 UTC https://padlet.com/0459861/k2ousq0z96x4od0p/wish/943392284 0459861 https://padlet.com/0459861/k2ousq0z96x4od0p/wish/943406094 The Parthenon was the center of religious belief & life in Athens, which was the center of Ancient Greece. It was a symbol of power, wealth, and the culture of Athens. It was the largest temple the city had ever seen.]]> 2020-11-19 20:41:13 UTC https://padlet.com/0459861/k2ousq0z96x4od0p/wish/943406094