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Temple of Artemis Unveils Ancient Secrets: Archaeological Evidence of Animal Sacrifices
On the Greek island of Euboea, archaeologists have made a surprising discovery in the local Temple of Artemis, uncovering traces of rituals involving animal sacrifices.
Amarynthos is a city on the island of Euboea, the second-largest island in Greece, located in the western part of the Aegean Sea. The history of settlement in this area dates back to the late Neolithic period, around 3000 BCE. In the early Bronze Age, it was one of the most important settlements of the Helladic culture, engaging in trade with other islands in the region.
Ancient history of Amarynthos
During the Middle Helladic period, Amarynthos established trade relations with mainland Greece. In the second millennium BCE, the Ionians arrived in the southern parts of Greece and settled on Euboea. In addition to trade, the local population was involved in agriculture, pastoralism, fishing, and copper processing.
Evidence suggests that in ancient times, the city of Amarynthos hosted a festival called “Amarýnthia,” dedicated to the goddess Artemis. In Greek mythology, Artemis is the goddess of hunting, animals, and vegetation…
