When a friend visits us from abroad,

We had an excellent opportunity to explore other places near the city.

Less than an hour’s drive to Vergina, 

75km west of Thessaloniki and 12km from Veria, the nearest city.

Finding the museum was challenging;

Google map directed us in circles, so we stopped aside and asked the locals for directions.

A complete surprise waited for us when we entered the museum.

It has a dark, imposing atmosphere, 

Some of the most impressive and important exhibits from the Macedonian-dominated period of Greek history are available where the original excavations took place. 

The museum was built in 1993, 16 years after the discovery of the Royal tombs in “Aiges.”

It was built to create ideal conditions considering the humidity and temperature needed for the findings to be correctly preserved and protected.

Inside the museum are four separate tombs and the “Heroon” ,a small temple built for Phillip II of Macedon.

Hundreds of items are displayed, including beautiful gold creations, elaborate jewelry, colorful wall paintings, mosaics, hundreds of ancient items, including a richly carved burial bed, and others used.

 

The exhibition is dedicated to the memory of Professor Manolis Andronikos, the well-known archaeologist who brought all these treasures to light while offering substantial help to their preservation and restoration efforts.

After a visit, you will soon realize why this museum is considered one of Greece’s most popular and important museums.

Please take your time; you will need at least half a day for this adventure.

 You will enjoy it for sure!