Museum of Prehistoric Thera, Archaeological museum in Fira, Greece
Museum of Prehistoric Thera is an archaeological museum in Fira displaying discoveries from across Santorini spanning multiple time periods. The collection includes pottery, marble statues, tools, and painted wall decorations recovered through excavations throughout the island.
A French geologist started digging in 1867 after locals found artifacts in a quarry. These early investigations led to systematic collection of objects from various ancient settlements across the island.
The exhibits show how ancient residents of Santorini lived and what they created, from everyday pottery to valuable objects. The displays give you a sense of how people spent their time here thousands of years ago and developed their crafts.
The location is central in Fira and easy to reach, with enough space to explore all rooms thoroughly. It helps to arrive before midday, as the afternoon tends to be less crowded and more relaxed.
A small gold ibex figurine displayed near the exit reveals the advanced metalworking skills of early island inhabitants. This tiny object shows how sophisticated craft techniques existed on the island thousands of years ago.
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