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Vergina

Vergina, Greece is important because it was the capital of ancient Macedon and is home to a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The site includes the remains of a royal palace, tombs, and a royal necropolis.

Significance
 
  • Historical importance
    Vergina is the site of the assassination of Philip II in 336 BC, which led to Alexander the Great becoming king.
  • Archaeological importance
    The site includes the tomb of Philip II, which was not looted or disturbed. The tombs contain many high-quality objects and paintings.
  • Cultural importance
    The site is a testimony to the transition from city-state to the imperial structures of the Hellenistic and Roman periods. 
What to see
  • The Archaeological Site of Aigai, which includes the remains of the ancient royal capital of Macedon
  • The Royal Macedonian Tombs at Vergina, which include the tomb of Philip II
  • The museum of the Royal Tombs of Aigai, which houses the treasures found in the tombs 
Location
Vergina is a small town in the Central Macedonia region of Greece, about 80 kilometers from Thessaloniki. 
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