In the north of the Peloponnese, an archaeological project has been mobilizing researchers across Greece for two months. A monument was found near a coastal town, dedicated to a now unknown heroic figure…
Near the town of Aegion on the shores of the Gulf of Corinth, archaeologists have revealed in recent months the presence of an ancient building of relatively large size with impressive features. For what mythological figure, the Greeks of IVe century BC built a monumental structure full of treasures on the shores of the Peloponnese?
Many valuable artifacts were found scattered in this type of temple. For experts, the site’s presence has a symbolic function: it could be dedicated to a figure from ancient Greece, possibly a hero whose identity is debated. An article from Newsweek Published on December 11, provides some information on research progress and phenomena. HistoriansHistoriansIssuing a press release from the Ministry of Culture.
A site for the unsung hero
Archaeologists began excavating the site in October 2024, making several discoveries. MersMers Columns about 16 meters tall along the stone. Among the remains, objects made of gold are frequently found, one of the specimens representing a winged figure, holding a scepter. This small statue could have served as a pendant. Also photographed were two twisted earrings made of gold, each decorated with heads. felinesfelines. A golden necklace was also among those recovered.
The actual utility, formal or not, of such a building, now located about three kilometers south of Egion, remains to be determined. The winged figure depicted on the pendant appears to be related to Eros, the god of love. But the building will not be dedicated to any deity. The first theories actually suggest a kind of altar in thanksgiving to a hero. But currently nothing found on the site provides more information on this topic. However, further research in the coming months may shed light on the mystery of the building and the identity of the person to whom it was dedicated.
