From 1976 to 1983 the Lower Citadel of Tiryns was excavated under the direction of Klaus Kilian. This volume presents the results of a thorough analysis of the architecture and settlement history during the late Palatial Period and the earliest Postpalatial Period, including also results of the later excavations (2001–2003 and 2004/2005). This c. 50 year period (1250–1200 B.C.) of expansive settlement activities featuring high quality standards in architecture was followed by a destruction catastrophe, which for yet unknown reasons struck the whole citadel. It was the beginning of a new epoch.

The lower citadel of Tiryns is a unique finding of settlements from the Mycenean late palatial and post-palatial periods. It was excavated between 1976 and 1983 under the conduct of Klaus Kilian. This volume comprises the report of the excavation, consisting of phase plans, isometries, planum and profile drawings, as well as photographs.