Which geographical region of Greece served as the heartland of the Mycenaean civilization?
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Correct answer: The Peloponnese
The Peloponnese peninsula hosted the major centers of Mycenae, Tiryns, and Pylos. This mountainous region allowed for the construction of easily defensible citadels.
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