Grave Circle A, Mycenae, Bronze Age burial site in Mycenae, Greece
The circular burial ground contains six shaft graves encircled by vertical stone slabs and double rings of upright stone markers.
Heinrich Schliemann excavated this royal cemetery in 1876, discovering numerous gold artifacts including death masks from the 16th century BCE.
The burial site demonstrates Mycenaean social hierarchy through elaborate funerary practices and grave goods placement within the stone-lined tombs.
The archaeological site remains open for visitors throughout the year, with guided tours available in multiple languages from the main entrance.
The circular burial ground measures 27 meters in diameter and sits within the citadel walls, near the famous Lion Gate entrance.
Location: Argos-Mykines Municipality
Part of: Mycenae
GPS coordinates: 37.73047,22.75641
Latest update: May 27, 2025 11:48
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