Archaeologists enter third chamber of Amphipolis Tomb

Archaeologists have now entered the third chamber of the Amphipolis Tomb, a monument which has captured worldwide attention since the discovery of two marble sphinxes guarding its entrance.  Excitement and speculation have been mounting over the identity of the tomb owner and what they might find inside. However, there are increasing concerns over the stability of structure, as excavation work is affecting the strength of the roof and walls.

The Greek Ministry of Culture have released images of the third chamber of the tomb, which lies within the Kasta Hill burial mound in Amphipolis, located about 100 kilometres east of Thessaloniki in Greece. The chamber lies beyond two marble caryatids – sculpted female figures serving as architectural supports – which were uncovered last week.  Behind the caryatids, archaeologists found an Ionic-style marble lintel gate. The room was found to be an arched, soil-filled chamber, with traces of red paint on the limestone walls.