Archaeological sites in Paros

Archaeological Sites & Ruins

Explore the layered history of Paros through its significant archaeological remains. This collection spans from the 12th-century BC Mycenaean palace at Koukounaries to the 13th-century Frankish Castle built with salvaged temple marble. Highlights include the 4th-century BC Asklepion healing sanctuary, the Delion temple dedicated to Apollo, and various Hellenistic defense towers. These sites offer a direct look at the island's evolution from Mycenaean citadels to classical religious centers and medieval fortifications.

Archaeological Sites & Ruins — Map

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Frankish Castle

A 13th-century fortification built by the Venetian Duke Marco Sanudo using recycled marble blocks and columns from ancient 6th-century BC temples, including the Temple of Athena.

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Mycenaean Akropolis (Koukounaries)

Hilltop excavations overlooking Naoussa Bay featuring a 12th-century BC fortified Mycenaean palace complex, later inhabited during the Geometric and Archaic periods.

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Delion

Foundations of a 5th-century BC sanctuary dedicated to Apollo Delios and Artemis, situated on a hill north of Parikia with views toward the island of Delos.

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Asklepion

Ruins of a 4th-century BC open-air sanctuary dedicated to Asclepius, the god of healing, featuring a temple, altar, and a spring-fed fountain.

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Tower of Hellenistic Period

Remains of an ancient defensive watchtower dating to the Hellenistic period, once part of a network used for signaling and coastal protection.

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Ancient Mosaic

Well-preserved floor mosaics from the Roman era featuring geometric patterns, located near the ancient gymnasium and the church of Ekatontapiliani.

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Three churches treis ekklesies

Archaeological site of a 6th-century AD early Christian basilica built directly over the remains of an ancient Greek temple dedicated to Pythian Apollo.

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Moni Pantokratoras

Ruins of a monastery situated on Kastelli hill, built on the site of an ancient acropolis overlooking the village of Marpissa.

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Ancient workshop

Excavated remains of a Hellenistic-era industrial site used for the production of ceramics and pottery, highlighting the island's ancient craftsmanship.

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Ancient pottery

Archaeological site containing kilns and ceramic fragments from ancient pottery workshops dating back to the Hellenistic and Roman periods.

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