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Greek tomb find excites experts
The tomb is thought to be from the time of Alexander the Great
Archaeologists in Greece say they are examining the largest underground tomb ever found in the country.
They said a farmer had stumbled across the tomb carved into the rock near the ancient city of Pella, the birthplace of Alexander the Great.
Archaeologists believe it dates to the period after Alexander's death, which was marked by mass power struggles.
The tomb was probably used by a noble family about 2,300 years ago - some of whose names are still visible.
Archaeologists said that the eight-chambered tomb was significant in style. It is accessible through a 16-metre entrance.
Rich family
Funeral tombs found earlier in Greece contained no more than three chambers.
full article:
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/4707014.stm
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/4707014.stm
Greek tomb find excites experts
The tomb is thought to be from the time of Alexander the Great
Archaeologists in Greece say they are examining the largest underground tomb ever found in the country.
They said a farmer had stumbled across the tomb carved into the rock near the ancient city of Pella, the birthplace of Alexander the Great.
Archaeologists believe it dates to the period after Alexander's death, which was marked by mass power struggles.
The tomb was probably used by a noble family about 2,300 years ago - some of whose names are still visible.
Archaeologists said that the eight-chambered tomb was significant in style. It is accessible through a 16-metre entrance.
Rich family
Funeral tombs found earlier in Greece contained no more than three chambers.
full article:
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/europe/4707014.stm