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Keramikos
A cemetery from 3000 BC to the 6th century AD (Roman
times), Keramikos was originally a settlement for potters
who were attracted by the clay on the banks of the River
Iridanos. Because of frequent flooding, the area was ulti-
mately converted to being the city's primary cemetery, and
now lies below street level due to the silt deposits. Redis-
covered by a worker in 1861 during the construction of Pi-
reos street, Keramikos is now a lush, tranquil site with a
fine museum and a collection of magnificent sculptures.
OFFLINE MAP
GOOGLE MAP
210 346 3552
Ermou 148, Keramikos
adult/child incl museum €2/free,
free with Acropolis pass
8am-8pm Apr-Oct,
8.30am-3pm Nov-Mar
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