Akrotiri on ancient Thera (Santorini) was a Minoan city buried and preserved by volcanic ash from the Theran eruption around 1600 BC. The video argues that fires may have spread during prolonged darkness, as people used torches and candles, rather than from direct volcanic impact. Via @LukeCaverns 🔥
Akrotiri Minoan city preserved by ash after the Santorini eruption
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Key facts
- Akrotiri was a Minoan settlement on Thera, modern Santorini.
- The Theran eruption is generally dated to around 1600 BC, commonly about 1610 BC, rather than 1450–1500 BC.
- Volcanic ash and debris buried and preserved Akrotiri’s buildings, frescoes and pottery.
- The video argues that prolonged darkness led to fires as people used torches and candles, rather than fires being caused directly by volcanic impact.
Sources
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Akrotiri (prehistoric city)en.wikipedia.org
Akrotiri has been excavated since 1967, after earlier excavations on the island. it is remarkably well-preserved. pottery, furniture, advanced drainage systems ...
Ancient Akrotiri, Santorini: Archaeological Site & Visitor Guidesantorinidave.com
Systematic excavations led by archaeologist. Only part of the settlement has been excavated. Most visits take about 60 to 90 minutes.
Thera Prehistoric Museumancient-greece.org
The Prehistoric Museum of Thera in Santorini island, Greece, houses a large collection of artifacts from excavations at ancient Akrotiri.
Akrotiri Excavationsjstor.org
Akrotiri was a Bronze Age Cycladic settlement on present day Santorini (Thera). Akrotiri has been excavated since 1967. The ash preserved frescoes, pottery, ...
Ministry of Culture and Sports | Akrotiri of Theraodysseus.culture.gr
It is one of the most important prehistoric settlements of the Aegean. The first habitation at the site dates from the Late Neolithic times (at least the 4th ...
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