Archaeological Museum of Aiani
A greatly important archaeological museum, the Archaeological Museum of Aiani dives into the history of one of the most significant cities of ancient Macedonia. In six different halls, the museum houses the impressive finds brought to light by excavations in ancient Aiani and the Royal Necropolis. Your tour will begin in prehistoric times and reach the Roman period, offering a comprehensive picture of life in the ancient city. In Hall A, you learn about the historical identity of the city and see how its inhabitants lived in prehistoric times. In Hall B, impressive finds from the hill of Megali Rachi await you: objects from the Archaic, Classical, and Hellenistic periods, all part of the daily life and prosperity of the ancient city. In Hall C, you will delve deeper into the world of Aiani’s inhabitants. Everyday objects and elaborate artifacts provide insights into public and private life of the time. The tour continues in Hall D, where funerary finds from the Royal Necropolis at the Livadia site reveal burial customs, people’s relationship with death, and their beliefs about the afterlife. In Hall E, you will encounter sculptures, funerary and votive steles, as well as architectural members that highlight the artistic and aesthetic evolution of the city. The visit concludes in Hall F, where funerary finds from the wider area add even more pieces to the picture of Aiani’s archaeological wealth. Leaving the museum, you will have traveled through millennia of history and discovered a place that continues to impress with its culture and heritage.
