Athens
City guarded by Athena. Won by Athena in a contest between her and Poseidon.
Whoever offered the better gift would be the city's guardian. Athena offered
the olive tree and the people chose her. Because they worshipped Athena, the
Athenians were lovers of knowledge and they devoted much time to learning and
studying.
Atlantis
The island of Poseidon. Sat next to Spain and Africa. Poseidon created an island
in the center surrounded by a circle of water. The circle of water was surrounded
by land, which was surrounded by another circle of water. There were three circles
of water in all. This made from a perfect defense system, as well as a great
place to grow crops and herd animals. Atlantis thrived and prospered, but the
people who lived there soon became greedy and they restorted to trickery, theft,
and bribery to earn their wealth. Sad that the people had misused his gift,
Poseidon sunk the entire island under the sea.
Crete
Home of the great labyrinth and the Minotaur. Daedalus fled here with his son
and built many great things for Crete, including the labyrinth.
Hades/Underworld
The final resting place of all mortals. Hades was a dark, gloomy place where
few living mortals ever journeyed.
Olympus
Home of the major gods. Olympus was a great mountain with twelve thrones for
the gods. It was also the gathering place of all the gods for meeting, celebrating,
or other occasions.
Sparta
Almost the exact opposite of Athens. Sparta was well-known for the fighting
skills of the men and women. Unlike other cities of Ancient Greece, the Spartan
women worked hard and exercised so they would be strong for childbirth. Sparta
constantly trained in athletic skills. They were rarely beaten in battle.
Troy
Home of the famous Trojan War. Troy was a great city built with massive walls
to protect it. Troy was a rich and prosperous city until Paris called down the
wrath of the gods.