Ancient Cemetery of Parikia
Αρχαίο Νεκροταφείο Παροικιάς
An open-air archaeological site beside the port preserving graves from the 8th century BCE through the Roman period, lit at night.
The ancient cemetery lies on the seaside road just north of the Parikia harbor. It was discovered during road construction and spans the Geometric period (8th century BCE) through the Roman period, with collective cremation graves and many clay jars unearthed. The site is an open-air sunken area that can be viewed from outside the fence, and it is lit at night. You can see it in a few minutes, a good stop while waiting for a ferry or taking a seaside stroll. Key finds are displayed in the Archaeological Museum.
Opening hours
Viewable from outside the fence all day
Nearby sights
- Archaeological Museum of Paros
- Panagia Ekatontapiliani
- Parikia Old Town
- Frankish Castle of Parikia
- Longovarda Monastery
- Ancient Marble Quarries of Marathi
- Petaloudes (Valley of the Butterflies)
- Lefkes