Tiryns

Tiryns is an ancient citadel near Nafplio surrounded by one of Greece's oldest fortification walls. The structure contains residential areas, storage chambers, and narrow passages built directly into the fortification system.

The settlement emerged during the Bronze Age and served as a military and administrative center for the Mycenaeans who controlled the region. The complex continued to be used during later Greek and Roman periods before gradually being abandoned.

The site takes its name from Tiryns, a figure in Greek mythology, and the remains show how inhabitants organized their homes and public spaces within the fortification. You can still see where storage rooms and living quarters were located and how daily life unfolded behind these massive walls.

The site is easily accessible on foot and paths between ruins are marked, though some areas are uneven. It's wise to wear sturdy shoes and bring water, as shade is limited throughout the grounds.

The fortification walls are made of massive stone blocks fitted together without mortar, displaying remarkable engineering from ancient times. This building technique allowed the walls to endure for thousands of years, and you can see how precisely the stones still fit together today.

Location: Nafplio Municipality

Part of: Archaeological Sites of Mycenae and Tiryns

Website: http://odysseus.culture.gr/h/3/eh355.jsp?obj_id=2382

GPS coordinates: 37.59944,22.79972

Latest update: December 12, 2025 18:25