Tomb of the Blue Demons, Etruscan grave in Necropolis of Monterozzi, Tarquinia, Italy
The interior walls display frescoes of demons with blue and black skin, guiding deceased individuals through their journey into the afterlife.
Archaeological teams discovered this fifth-century BC burial chamber in 1985, adding to the collection of decorated tombs within the Monterozzi necropolis.
The wall paintings reveal connections between Etruscan and Greek beliefs through the depiction of mythological figures like Charon and supernatural beings.
The tomb lies among 6000 other graves in the necropolis, with approximately 200 chambers containing preserved wall paintings from ancient times.
The right wall presents a female figure meeting her deceased relatives while Charon steers his boat, illustrating the transition between life and death.
Location: Tarquinia
Part of: Necropolis of Monterozzi
GPS coordinates: 42.24890,11.77030
Latest update: July 16, 2025 08:50
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