Mazes or Labyrinths: What’s the Difference and What Types Are There?

In dealing with a subject as varied and complex as labyrinths and mazes, it is essential to make definitions that can be clearly explained. The first task is to clarify the difference between a labyrinth and a maze. This paper then goes on to categorize labyrinths in four areas: Classical, Roman, Medieval, and Contemporary, giving examples and variations of each.

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