Archaeological museum of Pylos

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Archaeological museum of Pylos, Archaeological museum in Pylos, Greece

The Archaeological Museum of Pylos occupies the Maizonos building within the Niokastro Fortress, displaying artifacts from the Prehistoric period through Roman times.

The museum preserves approximately 600 clay tablets inscribed with Linear B script, discovered in 1939 by archaeologist Carl Blegen at the Palace of Nestor.

The permanent exhibition 'On the traces of Pylos' presents numerous archaeological findings that document the development of ancient civilizations in the Pylia region.

The museum welcomes visitors from Tuesday to Saturday between 8:30 AM and 3:00 PM, with Sunday hours from 9:30 AM to 2:30 PM, offering combined tickets for both museum and site.

The collection includes remnants of royal apartments containing a bathroom arrangement with a specialized tub design featuring an access step for elderly King Nestor.

Location: Municipality of Pylos-Nestor

GPS coordinates: 36.91222,21.69194

Latest update: March 3, 2025 21:16

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