The Lion Gate dates from the mid-13th century BC. It got its name because of the relief with which the relief triangle located above the gate was decorated. It shows two lions facing each other and a column between them. The lion relief is the oldest monumental sculpture in Europe.

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The lion gate very impressive

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The Lion Gate is the main gate of the ancient city of Mycenae and is located to the northwest of the fortified complex. It leads to the so-called big ramp

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