Modern day view at the ancient Mycenae City, Peloponnese, Greece. Mycenae is a historic site situated in Argolis, Greece, which is located about 75 miles southwest of Athens, 7 miles north of Argos, and 30 miles south of Corinth. The site, rising 900 feet above sea level and situated 12 miles inland from the Saronic Gulf, holds immense archaeological significance owing to its strategic location and historical background. Mycenae is steeped in ancient Greek mythology and is believed to have been the birthplace of many legendary warriors, including the iconic Agamemnon, whose palace still stands as a testament to the site's storied past. Source: War History Network license. Click to enlarge.