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What Ancient Amphipolis Tomb Looked Like
The magnificent tomb of Amphipolis, Greece, continues to fascinate the entire world. Ever since the first images that came to light about a month ago, the monumental burial site was enough to provoke astonishment.
This was only the beginning and it definitely hinted that something big was hidden there, creating not only admiration, but curiosity as well as increased expectations.
Several days after the initial discovery, archaeological excavations have brought several findings of unique beauty to the surface, such as two sphinxes that guarded the tombs entrance and two amazing Caryatids, with open arms, which also hints that this ancient monument is of unique importance.
The Greek Culture Ministry released its first design, a representation of the tomb, as depicted by the Ministrys architect Michalis Lefantzis.
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