In the middle of the second century, the scholar Pausanius published his landmark Description of Greece. Among the many civilizations he documented was the kingdom of Mycenae, which reached its zenith during the late Bronze Age (circa 1650 B.C.). He referred to the “mythical history” of Mycenae, stating, “There still remain, however, parts of the city wall, including the gate, upon which stand lions.” He was referring to what we today know as Lion Gate. SAVE $100 ON ANY COLLETTE TOUR Have you been following me around Greece...

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