Paros Ancient Cemetery
Paros Ancient Cemetery
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saronic
Zurich, Switzerland28,960 contributions
Sep 2021
Walking on the seaside road just past the port of Parikia one will soon see an excavated area with a sign 'Ancient Cemetery'. There are also some information boards by it, but one cannot enter the place, just have a look at it from outside the fences. All in all it looks like a rather neglected site, although what archaeologists discovered here during excavations in 1983 was the large public cemetery of the town, which was in function from the 8th century BC to the 3rd century AD.
For archaeologists it is one of the most interesting sites in the Cyclades, since it shows the development of burial traditions during several centuries at one place. From the Geometric period is a Polyandreion, a group tomb of fallen soldiers. Most graves are from the Archaic times, mainly cist tombs and burials in pots. In the following Classical period marble urns were used, while in the Hellenistic and Roman period - at least for wealthy people - sarcophagi were the rule.
For archaeologists it is one of the most interesting sites in the Cyclades, since it shows the development of burial traditions during several centuries at one place. From the Geometric period is a Polyandreion, a group tomb of fallen soldiers. Most graves are from the Archaic times, mainly cist tombs and burials in pots. In the following Classical period marble urns were used, while in the Hellenistic and Roman period - at least for wealthy people - sarcophagi were the rule.
Written July 23, 2022
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duhoz
Beroun, Czech Republic7,453 contributions
Sep 2020
It is said to be one of the greatest and best preserved ancient cemeteries of the Cyclades. Unfortunately more care could be paid to numerous tomb monuments graves. Even the site is visible from outside, It would be nice to let people to let in, to walk around. Also at night it could be illuminated. The cemetery can be easily located, as it is half way between the port and Livadia beach. Still interesting to see if you are in Parika.
Written October 18, 2020
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Harry C
Lisse, The Netherlands483 contributions
May 2015 • Couples
Like most historic sites in Greece, except the Acropolis, all are in pretty bad state: just a fence, a simple sign with very short explination and really in verry bad state of maintenance. So here's what mostly happens : you just happen to run into it and you may say.., oops, I thought is was a abandoned building site..., Agree, Greece has other priorities, however it does not take much to clean up and make all the sites more attractive to tourists. These can be revenu generating.... , if the story is right !!! Think about that, please.
Written May 14, 2015
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Nancy M
23 contributions
Sep 2022
Not much to learn from looking at the remains of this cemetery. Little information is provided, the site is fenced off and one wonders whether the excavation is even complete....
Written September 12, 2022
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Elena Ciocan
Timisoara, Romania1,721 contributions
Jun 2018 • Family
This is an interesting site, you cannot miss it if you go to the Livadia beach, it is worth getting a look inside.
Written December 4, 2018
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Nancy_Ottawa
Ottawa, Canada628 contributions
Oct 2016 • Couples
I wouldn't suggest going out of your way to view this site but it is located right off the main street in Parikia directly across the street from the smaller marina (not the ferry port) and is worth a glance at the very least. Tombs date back to the 8th century B.C.E. Everything seemed to be closed off but there is a good view from the gate that surrounds the cemetery. Did not see any signage or other information on the site.
Written October 18, 2016
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LIZAKAR
Paros, Greece13 contributions
Jul 2016 • Friends
A very old cemetery with anient tumbs made of Parian marble almost in the waters under the sea. In the winter time when the weather changes and strong winds push the sea water then the cemetery is almost covered.
Written August 17, 2016
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BarefootDesigner
Vancouver, Canada23 contributions
May 2015 • Solo
If your not actively looking for it, it's easy to pass by and not know what it is. However once you stop and really take the time to look and observe all the different kinds of burial types, it becomes very interesting.
Written May 23, 2015
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Maria D
Athens, Greece272 contributions
Sep 2014 • Friends
It is really disappointing that part of such a civilazation, like the cyladic, is kind of left aside.. Part of the remainings are quite interesting but you can only see them through the bars..
The small 'room' next to it seems to be closed for a while (or the windows haven't been cleaned) so you can hardly see through, some of the findings that are exposed there.
The small 'room' next to it seems to be closed for a while (or the windows haven't been cleaned) so you can hardly see through, some of the findings that are exposed there.
Written October 4, 2014
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cherriesfan_9
Cheltenham, UK6,573 contributions
Jun 2014 • Couples
It really is not worthwhile crossing the street, as the ancient cemetery is located between shops , near the yacht chandlers / port police, and across from the small marina. It is also below sea level, which means it needs to be pumped dry every so often or else it attracts mosquitos and other bugs.
What little there is, unfortunately is kept behind railings and is not that visually captivating, in fact its a random pile of broken columns with a few 4th century BC coffins also of stone just trying avoid getting wet.
Our total viewing time was about 5 minutes ; but could last 7 if you really stretch it out.
I love history but suggest that you enjoy the beach instead.
What little there is, unfortunately is kept behind railings and is not that visually captivating, in fact its a random pile of broken columns with a few 4th century BC coffins also of stone just trying avoid getting wet.
Our total viewing time was about 5 minutes ; but could last 7 if you really stretch it out.
I love history but suggest that you enjoy the beach instead.
Written June 15, 2014
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