Throughout the Bronze Age, the Minoans and Mycenaean’s civilizations both flourished leading them to become extremely powerful. The Minoan civilization was located on the Meditation island of Crete. The Minoans were known particularly for their extensive trade and dominance of the sea. Their civilization existed from about the 27th century B.C. to 14th century B.C. Their civilization came to an end when the Mycenaean’s defeated them and took over. The Mycenaean civilization existed from 600-1100 B.C. and was located on Greece’s mainland. The Mycenaean’s were primarily known for their military approach and war tactics. Despite the fact that both civilizations are located so closely together, the differences of their civilizations defiantly…show more content… The Mycenaean’s fortified their cities, by building large walls which could be up to 13m in height and 8m thick. The Mycenaean’s were heavily involved in the war leading them having several enemies. Building these large fortifications prevented any possible invader’s further keeping their citizens and city safe. Their strong military views were shown based off their architectural designs “Mycenaean Greeks in general appreciated the symbolism of war as expressed in defensive architecture.” The Mycenaean’s used a technique called megalithic architecture, this is technique is what made it possible from them to construct these large stonewalls. The Minoans architecture however, consisted of several structures, which acted as centers for all commercial, religious, and administrative life. The Minoan palaces were technologically advanced with expanded drainage systems, irrigation, aqueducts, and deep wells that provided fresh water to the inhabitants. The Minoans construction method consisted of rough stones and ceramic bricks. It is apparent that the Minoans were more focused on nature-oriented art and the Mycenaean’s were more interested in warlike paintings. The Minoans were highly interested in painting fresco, which consisted of bright and vibrant colors, and used these colors to show beautiful scenes of nature. While examining Mycenaean artwork it is evident that
