
Mycenae is one of the most known archaeological sites in Greece. It is located in the region of Argolis, between Argos and Nafplion. A very prosperous town in ancient times, Mycenae Greece gave its name to the Mycenaean civilization, that flourished from about 1,600 to 1,000 BC. Even though this civilization was expanded in the whole country, the most powerful town was Mycenae. The ancient town was surrounded by gigantic walls, while the most famous spot is the Lion Gate, the entrance to the town with two female stone lions above. The whole area is covered with tombs that have saved many art objects and artifacts
Systematic excavation of the site began in 1840, but the most acclaimed discoveries there were those of Heinrich Schliemann.