Even though a recent post by thegreekobserver.com only discusses 10 ancient Greek inventions and discoveries, there are, in fact, many more attributed to them.
Greek findings range from astronomy and geography to mathematics and science. Greek interest in the scientific specification of the physical world started as far back as the 6th century BCE. They proved quite versatile in this area. Greece contributed a lot of knowledge to the modern world. Many ancient Greeks hold the title of the Father of Science, the Father of Medicine, or Zoology. Even remarkable leaders like Alexander the Great and Pericles with their innovative and philosophical ideas motivated many others to follow in their example.
- 10. Watermill
- 9. Odometer
- 8. Alarm clock
- 7. Cartography
- 6. Olympics
- 5. Basis of Geometry
- 4. Earliest practice of medicine
- 3. Modern Philosophy
- 2. Concept of democracy
- 1. Discoveries in modern science
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