The Magnificent Cemetery of Kerameikos

When visiting Athens I made sure to visit the Ancient Cemetery of Kerameikos located near the city centre of Athens and Hadrian’s Library, both locations are part of the Athens pass and is something I would advise purchasing when visiting Athens! The site itself holds a museum you gain access to holding various sculptures and other artefacts from the Cemetery. As shown in the pictures you can see the style of gravestones utilised which in contrast to old cemeteries in the United Kingdom are completely unique. When walking around the site you’re able to get a great view of a classic holy site located near by as well as why stands of various old buildings that surrounded the cemetery. The sizes of the houses vary and allows you to gain an idea of the architecture used as well as vision the house in all it’s originally glory. The day I visited the cemetery of Kerameikos it was a picturesque sunny day in Athens that made the visit extra special and a personal highlight of my trip to Athens due to how underestimated the site is. I would definitely recommend visiting! #greece #athens #kerameikosancientcemetery