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Ancient Amfipoli
At a distance of about 23 km from Asprovalta and Nea Vrasna, going towards Kavala, after the Strymonas bridge, between the low hills, are the ruins of the ancient Amphipolis. Amphipolis was an ancient city built in eastern Macedonia, on the banks of the river Strymonas, on the site of a city formerly called "Ninea Odoi". Amphipolis was founded by Athenians in 437 BC. with the aim of controlling the area rich in raw materials and was finally abandoned in the 8th century AD. The excavations were carried out for the first time in 1956 by the Hellenic Ephorate of Antiquities.
A landmark and emblem of the region and of Macedonia as a whole, is the lion of Amphipolis. It is one of the most important monuments of the 4th century BC. that were saved and until now is the only one that was restored and is today next to the old bridge of Strymonas on the provincial road. Many tombstones, votive reliefs and statues, as well as gold jewelry (in graves) have been found in the area. Many vessels were also found that testify to intense commercial activity.
In addition to the most ancient finds, parts of the ancient walls and the sanctuary of the muse Klios, parts of houses from the Hellenistic and Roman era are also preserved. Many findings are exhibited in the Archaeological Museum of Amphipolis. While you are in the ancient Amphipolis it is worth visiting the lion of Amphipolis, the archaeological museum and the archaeological park Very close to Amphipolis and just 4 km away you will find the Kasta Tomb.
A landmark and emblem of the region and of Macedonia as a whole, is the lion of Amphipolis. It is one of the most important monuments of the 4th century BC. that were saved and until now is the only one that was restored and is today next to the old bridge of Strymonas on the provincial road. Many tombstones, votive reliefs and statues, as well as gold jewelry (in graves) have been found in the area. Many vessels were also found that testify to intense commercial activity.
In addition to the most ancient finds, parts of the ancient walls and the sanctuary of the muse Klios, parts of houses from the Hellenistic and Roman era are also preserved. Many findings are exhibited in the Archaeological Museum of Amphipolis. While you are in the ancient Amphipolis it is worth visiting the lion of Amphipolis, the archaeological museum and the archaeological park Very close to Amphipolis and just 4 km away you will find the Kasta Tomb.
27 minutes
Ancient Stagira
Ancient Stagira, the city where Aristotle was born in the year 384 BC, are located approximately 500 m southeast of the modern settlement of Olympiada, on a peninsula. The most important historical site of Halkidiki, the ancient Stagira, are located in the Liotopi area, next to today's Olympiad. Browsing is a real pleasure.
If you actually want to see them all, know that you will need at least 2 to 3 hours and don't miss the coastal path which is wonderful. The city was founded in 655 BC, by Ionian settlers from the island of Andros, while a little later settlers also arrived from Chalkida. After the Persian wars, Stagira also became part of the First Athenian Alliance, contributing to the common fund. However, during the Peloponnesian War, specifically in 424 BC, the city defected from the Athenians and allied itself with the Spartans.
The event enraged the Athenians, who rushed to besiege the city, but to no avail. Later, however, Stageira joined the Common of Chalkidea, i.e. the confederation of all the cities of Halkidiki, which had its headquarters in Olynthos. In 349 BC the city was besieged and then succumbed to the Macedonian king Philip II, who completely destroyed it, only to re-establish it a few years later himself, in honor of Aristotle. But it seems that this destruction by Philip already marked the beginning of the decline of the city, which began to decline continuously.
When Aristotle died in 322 BC. in Chalkida, his body was taken to his birthplace, Stageira, where he was buried with great honors. He was declared a "settler" of the city and an altar was built over his grave. In fact, they established a celebration in his memory, the "Aristoteleia".
If you actually want to see them all, know that you will need at least 2 to 3 hours and don't miss the coastal path which is wonderful. The city was founded in 655 BC, by Ionian settlers from the island of Andros, while a little later settlers also arrived from Chalkida. After the Persian wars, Stagira also became part of the First Athenian Alliance, contributing to the common fund. However, during the Peloponnesian War, specifically in 424 BC, the city defected from the Athenians and allied itself with the Spartans.
The event enraged the Athenians, who rushed to besiege the city, but to no avail. Later, however, Stageira joined the Common of Chalkidea, i.e. the confederation of all the cities of Halkidiki, which had its headquarters in Olynthos. In 349 BC the city was besieged and then succumbed to the Macedonian king Philip II, who completely destroyed it, only to re-establish it a few years later himself, in honor of Aristotle. But it seems that this destruction by Philip already marked the beginning of the decline of the city, which began to decline continuously.
When Aristotle died in 322 BC. in Chalkida, his body was taken to his birthplace, Stageira, where he was buried with great honors. He was declared a "settler" of the city and an altar was built over his grave. In fact, they established a celebration in his memory, the "Aristoteleia".
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Folklore Museum of Vrasna
In the traditional village of Vrasna is the Folklore Museum of Vrasna which is housed in the suitably reconstructed area of the old primary school, with an area of 330 sq.m. which was built in 1934. The museum functions as a gathering place and display of local folklore elements such as traditional costumes, agricultural tools, everyday objects, folk musical instruments, household utensils, etc.