The Obsidianos rock

The Obsidianos rock

Greece
Aegean Sea
Cyklades
island of Melos

Melos is a very important island of volcanic origin belonging in the Cyklades complex.It's origin is dated back in the early Cykladean period(2500 BC) and through the ages has developped a significantly high level of civilization, especially in Arts. It is the island where the famous statue of Aphrodite was found(now in the Louvres) and also of the statues of Asclepius(now in the Brittish Museum) and of the archaic statues of Poseidon and Apollo(now in Athens).
The position of Melus between the mainland Greece and Minoic Creta but mainly its posession of very important minerals contributed in making the island a thriving centre of commerce but also a fierce rival of Mycenes and Athens. One of the most important minerals excavated there was Obsidianus from which rasor sharp stone stools and weapons were manufactured and exported reaching a climax till the Bronze Age after which fell in decline. Still now in many parts of the island these mining areas can be observed among others of volcanic origin. Some of them preserve outstanding colours that turn beaches a fascinating place for swimming.
That's why I decided that colour is necessary to this photo and the next one.