Sub-urban sanctuary

Author of the notice : A. Mazarakis Ainian

Location

Place : Episkopi
: Kythnos isl.
Notice linked to toponyme Kythnos, Thermia

Description

GENERAL

Remains belonging probably to a sanctuary in use from Archaic to Roman times have been detected to the South of the bay of Episkopi, facing the anciant capital (Vryokastro) (Fig. 1). This was undoubtedly a sub-urban sanctuary of the ancient own of Kythnos.

MONUMENTS

The remains of a large monolithic threshold were noted in situ inside an animal pen, built upon the ancient structure (Fig. 2). The threshold probably belongs to an important edifice, possibly a temple, oriented towards the East.

FINDS

Several movable finds are scattered in the surroundings. Among them we may mention Archaic and later pottery, including a few miniature vases, a few terracotta figurines, metal and glass artefacts (mostly jewels), a cameo of the Roman period.

IDENTIFICATION

The nature of the finds and the setting of the site, suggest a sub-urban sanctuary dedicated to an unknown divinity, in use perhaps from Archaic to Roman times.

RECORDS

Site first identified by Adonis Kyrou. First autopsy together with A. Mazarakis Ainian, 2003.

REFERENCES

Unpublished

 

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