Heritage
15 Looted Greek Antiquities to be Returned from Switzerland
Seized by the Swiss authorities in Geneva, 15 ancient objects, including a golden diadem of laurel leaves, are to be repatriated to Greece.
Infrastructure
Thessaloniki’s “Fountain” Metro Station to Host New Museum
Greece’s Ministry of Culture is to proceed with plans to convert a building at Sintrivani Station into a museum, presenting artifacts from the excavations.
Archaeology
Ancient Structure Believed to be Long-Lost Temple of Poseidon
Archaeologists believe the temple-shaped building discovered last year in the western Peloponnese is the remains of a 2,500-year-old temple of Poseidon.
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.
