Ancient Greek fortresses
Ancient Greece
The Imposing Ancient Fortress at Aigosthena West of Athens
The ancient Fortress of Aigosthena at Porto Germeno in West Attica built in the second half of the 4th century BC, is one of the most imposing ancient military installations in Greece.
It has now been extensively and painstakingly restored...
Ancient Greece
Hellenistic-Era Fortress From 2nd Century BC Discovered in Israel
Excavations undertaken by the Israel Antiquities Authority (IAA) in that country's Lachish Forest in Judea, recently revealed the extensive remains of a Hellenistic-era fortress that was destroyed in a Jewish revolt that took place in 112 BC.
In an announcement...