Archaeological museum of Thera, Archaeological museum in Fira, Greece.
The Archaeological Museum of Thera contains extensive collections of ancient artifacts found during excavations across the island of Santorini, including pottery and sculptures.
The museum opened in 1960 to replace the previous structure destroyed by an earthquake in 1956, preserving artifacts from ancient settlements of Santorini.
The exhibition halls display numerous Cycladic figurines, marble statues, and ceramic vessels that represent the artistic developments of ancient Mediterranean civilizations.
Located in central Fira, the museum operates from Wednesday to Monday, with extended hours during summer season and reduced admission fees in winter.
The collection features inscriptions carved in stone that document the laws and daily activities of ancient Thera, preserved under volcanic ash.
Location: Thira Municipality
Inception: 1960
Website: http://odysseus.culture.gr/h/1/eh151.jsp?obj_id=3400
GPS coordinates: 36.41780,25.43170
Latest update: March 2, 2025 22:31
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