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Condition: New, Made in Greece. Material: Alabaster Dimensions (approximately): Height: 6,5 cm(2,6") Width: 14 cm(5,5") Length: 10 cm(3,9") Weight: 290 g The existence of pyramids, or pyramidal structures, in Greece is not widely known. Their story is both peculiar & fascinating given that these buildings still constitute an obscure aspect of the huge archaeological heritage of Greece. The pyramids of Greece are the only recognised instances of pyramidal architecture in the broader region of Europe. There are several ancient pyramid-like buildings in southern Greece, the most impressive & best-preserved of which is the one near the village Hellinikon, near Argos, in the eastern Peloponnese ; it is also the only Greek pyramid for which we have both archaeological as well as literary evidence. This impressive & rather mysterious monument is built entirely of gray limestone quarried in the region, with large blocks in a trapezoidal & partially polygonal system.The pyramid's external sides slope & surround a rectangular area of total dimensions 7.03 by 9.07 m. These external walls, which rise with a gradient of 60 degrees to a height of 3.50 metres become vertical to in order to support the upper platform of the building, which was probably used as a surveillance spot . The main entrance of the monument is situated at its eastern side, which overlooks the gulf of the Argolid. From inside this gate a narrow corridor leads to a smaller entrance, on the southern wall & to a square room with sides about 7 m long. The pyramid of Hellinikon is located at the southwestern edge of the plain of Argolid, near the springs of the Erasinos river (nowadays Kefalari) & on the main arterial road which in antiquity led from Argos to Tegea, Arcadia & Kynouria. There in no clear evidence as to the use of the pyramid of Hellinikon. Archaeologists believe that it was either a memorial or observation-communication towers (phryctoriae) but there are several other theories, including their being small-garrison fortifications to astronomical observatories. It is only for the pyramid at Hellinikon that there is a reference by Pausanias as to its possible purpose as a tomb to fallen soldiers (please see below). Professional packaging. We take extra care in packaging our fragile items to ensure safe delivery. Every shippment has tracking number. Please kindly, prior to placing your order read carefully to understand: - Item's description - Item's materials & dimensions - Item's price If you have any more questions & concerns, please do not hesitate to contact us. The Greek Pyramid Of Hellinikon - Argos, Peloponnese Ancient Meridian Observatory A Real Archaeological Mystery Aged Alabaster
