The northeast extension of Mycenae contains a subterranean aqueduct drawing from a natural spring outside the east wall. The system plunges 18 meters deep via a quadrilateral roofed shaft with two stepped landings. Water traveled through clay conduits, all built using corbel doorways, trilithons, and Cyclopean masonry.
Mycenae's subterranean aqueduct system reaches 18m depth from natural spring
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Key facts
- Northeast extension of the site contains a subterranean aqueduct from a natural spring outside the east wall
- The system reaches a depth of 18 meters with a quadrilateral roofed shaft
- Features two landings with steps going down
- Water was channeled along clay conduits
- Constructed using classic Mycenaean passage technique with corbel doorways
- Construction includes trilithons and accurately placed rough-hewn Cyclopean stones
- Tradition connects the site to nymphs and water systems in ancient Greece
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Underground water reservoir in Mycenae, Greece - Around Usaroundus.com
The Underground Cistern of Mycenae is a water reservoir accessed by descending approximately 90 steps arranged across multiple levels.
Mycenae - ITIAitia.ntua.gr
An underground cistern collected water from the Perseia Spring near the Lion Gate, conveyed by an underground conduit consisting of clay pipes.
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The underground cistern was built within the walls of the Mycenaean citadel to provide water to the inhabitants when they were under siege. The water came, ...
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Discover the Underground Cistern of Mycenae—99-step stair, Bronze-Age hydraulics, hours, fees and tips for torch-lit visits.
Virtual Tour - Mycenae - The Subterranean Reservoir | Yougocultureyougoculture.com
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