Bøger i Samothrace serien

The Sanctuary of the Great Gods on the island of Samothrace was a renowned center of religious life in the northern Aegean from the 7th century BC until the 4th century after Christ, and the mysteries practiced there rank in historical importance with those of Eleusis. This volume focuses primarily on excavations of the southern (S) Nekropolis.

The Sanctuary of the Great Gods on Samothrace was one of the most important sanctuaries of the Hellenistic age. The monuments on the Eastern Hill, the development of which spans over half a millenium, hold a unique place within the history of ancient Greek architecture.