Unfortunately I had only a passing glimpse of Tiryns on my way to Mycenae. Mycenae is a little disappointing to visit after reading much that has been written about it. The lion gate is classic and must be seen. The megaron foundation must be visited by anyone interested in Mycenean culture because this achitectural style is mentioned so often. Take a flashlight and explore the stairway down under the walls to the spring below. Nearby are other sights that are wonderful. Visit the large Mycenean beehive tomb and the Mycenean stone bridge (oldest in the world?).
