Museums
New Museum of Aigai in Vergina Inaugurated
The much-anticipated Museum of Aigai opened its doors yesterday, showcasing finds from the ancient city of Philip II of Macedon, Alexander the Great's father.
Archaeology
Antiquities to be Displayed in New Thessaloniki Metro
The items, discovered during the excavations for the Venizelou metro station, will be returned to be displayed at the site once construction is completed.
Archaeology
Acropolis Becomes Accessible to the Visually Impaired
New tools, including a cellphone app and information points designed for the blind, now make Athen's most famous landmark more accessible.
Archaeology
Lost Poseidon’s Temple Possibly Found in Western Peloponnese
Archaeologists have discovered an elongated temple-shaped building probably belonging to a sanctuary of Poseidon, on the foothills of the ancient acropolis of Samiko.
Archaeology
Roman Building Discovered Beneath Central Athens Square
A luxurious Roman-era villa has been discovered just below Theater Square, officials report.
Urban Life
Digital Guide Offers Architectural Walks in Piraeus
ArchWalks invites visitors to see and learn about 19th-century buildings and other landmarks by following four digitally listed routes.
Transportation
Ancient Mosaic Floor Graces New Piraeus Metro Station
Piraeus' new Metro station features an exhibit of artifacts discovered during its construction, including a 4th-century BC mosaic floor.
Exhibitions
15 Cycladic Antiquities Come Home to Greece, Amid Protests
Following the controversial agreement to repatriate 161 Cycladic artifacts from a private collection in the US, the first 15 works go on display in Athens.
