Italy, Paestum - Tomb of the Diver and the Lucanian paintings

Italy, Paestum - Tomb of the Diver and the Lucanian paintings

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Social Studies, History

11th Grade - University

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The video explores the historical site of Peistum in southern Italy, known for its well-preserved Greek temples and the unique Tomb of the Diver. Peistum's history spans Greek, Leucanian, and Roman influences, with its temples showcasing the Doric order. The Tomb of the Diver, discovered in 1968, is notable for its frescoes, the only surviving example of Greek painting with human figures from the period. The video also covers Lucanian funerary paintings, highlighting their cultural and religious significance.

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