"Troy, with its 4,000 years of history, is one of the most famous archaeological sites in the world. The first excavations at the site were undertaken by the famous archaeologist Heinrich Schliemann in 1870. In scientific terms, its extensive remains are the most significant demonstration of the first contact between the civilizations of Anatolia and the Mediterranean world. Moreover, the siege of Troy by Spartan and Achaean warriors from Greece in the 13th or 12th century B.C., immortalized by Homer in the Iliad, has inspired great creative artists throughout the world ever since."
Source: UNESCO World Heritage
Postcard 1
Aerial view of the site of Troy which used to be next to a coast. Thanks to ctrekoza of Turkey.
Postcard 2
Archaelogical site of Troy - Truva at Ganak-kale, Turkey. Thanks to Nihan of Turkey.
Postcard 3
A replica of the Trojan Horse which is inspired by the legends of Troy. Thanks to Celal of Turkey.
Postcard 4
"Troy" Trojan Horse used in the film. Thanks to Hasti of Netherlands who visited Troy, Turkey and mailed this postcard from Greece. Received in August 2018.
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