The ancient city of Olynthos was founded, according to Herodotus, in the middle of the 7th century. e.g. by the Vottians and in 479 BC. was destroyed by the Persians
In upgrading the archaeological site of Olynthos in terms of lighting, but also security infrastructure it progresses Ministry of Culture with the aim of the safe movement of visitors and spectators in the hippodamian ancient city, a place that annually participates in the events of the “All Greece is one Culture” institution.
THE Minister of Culture Lina Mendoni said: “The upgrade projects at the archaeological site of Olynthos are part of the Ministry of Culture’s program for the improvement of spaces and infrastructure, with the aim of hosting events at archaeological sites and museums in Halkidiki. The project has a total budget of 1,091,612 euros and is financed by the Recovery Fund and includes interventions to improve accessibility to the archaeological site, as well as interventions for lighting and security. Since 1990, when the restoration of the monuments and the highlighting of the archaeological site of Olynthos began until today, several building blocks and three public buildings of the classical city have been restored, giving the public a landscaped archaeological site, with a lot of visitors. By improving the infrastructure, we are upgrading the aesthetics and functionality of this unique archaeological site in Central Macedonia, which hosts various events during the summer months. Our policy is the enrichment, revitalization and utilization of the cultural stock, with the osmosis of contemporary cultural and artistic activities, aiming at highlighting and utilizing the entire cultural capital of our homeland”.
The lighting study aims at the safe movement of visitors, highlighting the external routes, the central square and the planting. General lighting of routes and the road to the Museum of the archaeological site and lighting in green and garden configurations are provided. The security systems study includes preventive and suppressive measures for fire protection by installing a network of cameras, which will operate through a wireless telecommunication system, so that they can be controlled and operated in real time from anywhere and by an authorized user through a security code . It is possible to provide audio information and provide instructions to visitors, as well as the placement of information signs to guide visitors.
The ancient city of Olynthos was founded, according to Herodotus, in the middle of the 7th century. e.g. by the Vottians and in 479 BC. was destroyed by the Persians. In 432 BC the Macedonian King Perdiccas II convinced the inhabitants of many coastal cities of Halkidiki to settle in Olynthos, which became the most populous and richest city in the region. It played a leading role in the political events of Halkidiki until 348 BC, when it was completely destroyed by Philip II. The city is built on the northern hill according to the hippodamian system. During the excavation survey (1928-1938) by the American School of Archaeology, the largest part of the city was investigated and one of the best examples of urban planning and residential architecture (more than 100 dwellings) from the classical era came to light. Public buildings were located in the southern part of the hill. In the southeastern part, outside the walls of the city, its newest sector was located, built after 379 BC, also with the hippodamian system, where rich residences were found with conventional names such as Mansion of Good Fortune, of the Actor, of the Twin Loves , adorned with impressive mosaic floors.
Source :Skai
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