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Minoan Peak Prosperity Timeline Game

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The Minoan civilization reached its peak prosperity during the Bronze Age, showcasing impressive advancements in art, architecture, and trade.

  • Thriving trade networks with Egypt and Mesopotamia
  • Sophisticated palaces with intricate frescoes and plumbing systems

Game Details: a timeline game where you place events in their correct chronological order

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  • c. 3000 BCE: Establishment of the Minoan civilization on the island of Crete
  • c. 2000 BCE: Development of the palace complexes at Knossos, Phaistos, and Malia
  • c. 1700 BCE: Peak of Minoan prosperity and influence in the Aegean region
  • c. 1600 BCE: Construction of the grand staircase at Knossos palace
  • c. 1600 BCE: Creation of the Minoan frescoes depicting bull-leaping and religious ceremonies
  • c. 1600 BCE: Eruption of the Thera volcano, causing widespread destruction in the Minoan world
  • c. 1500 BCE: Rebuilding and expansion of the palace complexes after the Thera eruption
  • c. 1500 BCE: Peak of Minoan maritime trade and influence in the Mediterranean
  • c. 1500 BCE: Development of the Minoan writing system known as Linear A
  • c. 1400 BCE: Construction of the Temple of Knossos and other religious sites
  • c. 1400 BCE: Peak of Minoan art and craftsmanship in pottery, metalwork, and jewelry
  • c. 1400 BCE: Rise of Mycenaean influence in the Aegean region, leading to conflicts with the Minoans
  • c. 1300 BCE: Decline of Minoan power and prosperity due to Mycenaean invasions and internal unrest
  • c. 1200 BCE: End of the Minoan civilization and absorption into the Mycenaean culture

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