Orchomenos

A new material culture was introduced, characterized by Minyan Ware (also called Orchomenos ware), a fine, wheel-made pottery.

c. Mainland Greece: The Early and Middle Helladic Periods 2001

This too was the time when the frequent earthquakes occurred at Athens, in Euboea, and in Boeotia, especially at Orchomenos. 76

The History of the Peloponnesian War Thucydides 2007

Excavations near Orchomenos, 80 miles northwest of Athens, revealed sparse remains of retaining walls from a small rural shrine, a Culture Ministry statement said.

Ancient Shrine Found in Greece | Impact Lab 2007

AP Photo: Miniature pottery vases discovered at an ancient shrine in Orchomenos, central Greece, are seen in…

Ancient Shrine Found in Greece | Impact Lab 2007

In ancient times, citizens of Orchomenos are known to have worshipped the

Archive 2007-05-01 2007

It said a famous sanctuary of the Three Graces — deities of growth and beauty — was known to have stood in ancient Orchomenos, and one of the offerings was inscribed with the name of Eurynome, mother of the Graces.

Ancient Shrine Found in Greece | Impact Lab 2007

In ancient times, citizens of Orchomenos are known to have worshipped the

Ancient wine-presses found on Greek island 2007

Orchomenos thus secured, the allies now consulted as to which of the remaining places they should attack next.

The History of the Peloponnesian War Thucydides 2005

Orchomenos, all except the Argives, who, although they had consented like the rest, stayed behind at first, but eventually joined the others.

The History of the Peloponnesian War Thucydides 2005

But when the news arrived of the capture of Orchomenos, they became more angry than ever, and, departing from all precedent, in the heat of the moment had almost decided to raze his house, and to fine him ten thousand drachmae.

The History of the Peloponnesian War Thucydides 2005