Tamanskiy Muzeynyy Kompleks

The Tamanskiy Muzeynyy Kompleks is an archaeological museum in Taman with several exhibition halls displaying objects from different periods. The collections include pottery, tools, coins, and other artifacts from settlements that existed at this location over time.

The museum was founded in 1975 and stands on the archaeological site of Hermonassa-Tmutarakan, one of the oldest European settlements. The history of the place spans from ancient times to the medieval period, showing how different cultures took root here one after another.

The complex honors the heritage of the ancient Greek settlement Hermonassa that once thrived here for centuries. Visitors can see how Greek settlers shaped the coastline and what traces they left behind in the museum's objects.

The museum sits by the coast and can be explored on foot without requiring long walks. It is best visited on a sunny day to fully enjoy its waterside location.

The archaeological layers beneath the museum reach depths up to 14 meters and preserve remains thousands of years old. This exceptional depth allows visitors to understand the complete history of several successive societies.

Location: Taman, Russia

Inception: 1975

GPS coordinates: 45.21783,36.72329

Latest update: December 14, 2025 13:08