Dafni, Elefsis, Byzantine Monastery, Sanctuary of Demeter and Kore
Participants will be at Dafni by 08:00 for the start of the archaeological tour, which will last until 13:00. The tour includes both Dafni and Elefsis.
At Elefsis, visitors will explore the Sanctuary of Demeter and Kore, one of the most important religious centers of ancient Greece and examine the remains of the Telesterion with its architectural evolution from the Archaic through the Roman period. They will discuss epigraphic evidence, votive offerings, and ritual practices that illuminate the socio-religious life of the site, and can view the ancient theatre and city fortifications, highlighting urban planning and monumental architecture.
At Dafni, participants will visit the Byzantine Monastery, study its 11th-century mosaics, architectural features, and inscriptions, and discuss the cultural and religious continuity from late antiquity to the Byzantine era. This tour provides archaeologically minded visitors insight into Greek religious practices, Byzantine art, and the historical significance of the region. The tour involves moderate walking, and participants are encouraged to bring notebooks, cameras, and comfortable shoes for detailed observation.
English Speaking licensed guide, transfer to and from hotels in A/C coaches
Entrance fees 10 euros for Elefsis Archeological Museum
Kindly note that special arrangements will be made for the members of the EAA and the participants of the conference
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