World Heritage Site: Archaeological Site of Troy
Publication Year: 2022
Publication Type: Book chapter
Publication Identifier: WHE892ED85094
Summary
A comprehensive analysis of the Archaeological Site of Troy, located at Hisarlik in northwest Turkey, reveals its significance as a pivotal city in ancient Greek mythology and Mediterranean trade networks. The study highlights Troy's role during the Bronze Age to Iron Age transition, marked by farming village communities that relied on diverse agricultural economies, including domesticated animals and plants like olives and vines. Excavations have provided new insights into this transitional period, while also contextualizing Troy within broader historical events, such as the decline of Egypt's New Kingdom due to environmental and political pressures. The research integrates archaeological findings with historical records, offering a nuanced understanding of Troy's cultural and economic importance in the ancient world.
Citation
Talbert, R., Holman, L., & Salway, B. (2022). Maps. Atlas of Classical History, 1–200. https://doi.org/10.4324/9781003125228-1
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