New archaeological discoveries near the Acropolis

Ongoing archaeological research at the intersection of Erechtheion and Kallisperi Streets, near the Herodion, has revealed new archaeological findings, according to the Ministry of Culture.

Fragments of sculptures have been discovered, including upper and lower limbs likely related to the statue of Hermes previously unearthed. Additionally, the torso of a second life-sized male statue, fragments of a figurine and a significant number of 5th-century A.D. oil lamps were found. These artifacts have been recovered and transported to the conservation laboratories of the Athens Ephorate of Antiquities, where restoration work will soon begin.

Excavations will continue to search for additional artifacts and to fully document the conditions under which the findings were deposited and the context of their discovery.

The Ministry of Culture emphasized that these unique...