Kerameikos – Cemetery of the Ancient Athenians

Описание: Kerameikos is an often over looked tourist spot when visiting Athens however it is well worth the visit. On one side of the ancient Athenian walls lies the cemetery which predates every structure still standing on the Acropolis. On the other side of the wall lies the Potter’s Quarter and the Pompeion, the symbolic starting point of the fabled Panathenaic procession that celebrated Athena’s birthday. In this video we will discuss ancient Greek views on death and burial customs.

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