TROYA: PROTOGEOMETRIK, GEOMETRIK VE ARKAIK DÖNEMLER/Troy: Protogeometric, Geometric and Archaic Periods

New research at Troy has led to revisions in our understanding of the site in the Protogeometric, Geometric, and Archaic phases (1070/1040-500/480 B.C.). This article provides an overview of the key developments as well as presenting the new chronological framework for these phases. Three major chronological revisions are discussed in this article. First is the evidence for continued occupation in the Protogeometric and Geometric phases. Second, is the evidence for a destruction at the site in the middle of the 7th century and the changes that occur after this destruction. Third, is the division of the Archaic phase into sub-phases ending with a hiatus at the site in the early Classical period. The majority of archaeological remains can be associated with religious activity, and it is likely that the main significance of Troy during these phases was as a regional cult center.