Minoans
By: Josh Evola
Why this topic should be talked about in World History
The Minoan Civilization should be talked about in World history because their Civilization collapsed in a mysterious way, they had a very sophisticated culture, and they had interesting religious practices.
Fall of the Minoans
Destroyed by a volcano or tsunami?
Culture
- Known for trading all over
- Men wore loincloths and kilts and women wore short sleeve robes and layered flourished skirts
Religious Practice
- Very important to them
- Their shrines were called nature shrines
- Priestesses were female
- Religious symbols were the double ax and the u-shaped "horns of consecration"