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The Case for Homeric Ithaca: Unveiling the Island of Odysseus The Ithaca of Homer was part of a group of many islands which stretched out to the north-west of the Peloponnese. Ithaca lav in an enclosed sea because it was surrounded by many small and three large islands called: Dulichium, Same and Zakynthos. Cephalonia and [...] Read More

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Unraveling the Mythical Odyssey and Historical Reality In the azure embrace of the Ionian Sea lies Ithaca, a small island immortalized by Homer's epic poems, "The Iliad" and "The Odyssey," where the indomitable hero Odysseus weaves his tale of trials and triumphs. Homer's vivid descriptions in "The Odyssey" not only narrate Odysseus's adventures but also [...] Read More

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Unveiling the Ancient Cities of Ithaca Ithaca, the legendary home of Odysseus, boasts a rich history marked by several ancient settlements. However, pinpointing their exact locations remains a fascinating puzzle for archaeologists. The Enigmatic Odyssean Asti: The first city, Odyssean Asti, sparks debate among archaeologists. Some believe it lies in Aetos, while others favor a [...] Read More

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Ithaca: Fact or Fiction? The rugged and mountainous island of Ithaca is forever linked to Homer's epic, the Odyssey. While its exact location might not be common knowledge, Ithaca and Odysseus are practically synonymous. Literary and Historical Evidence Points to Ithaca Despite limited surviving ancient writings, there's no strong case against the current Ithaca being [...] Read More