Messiah Tomb

The burial mound of Messiah is located in the prefecture of Kilkis and is an important archaeological find dating mainly to the Iron Age. The tumulus is an artificial earthen structure, created to cover graves and honour the dead, probably important persons of the community.

The mound of Messiah is typical of the burial customs of the region in antiquity. Finds from the tomb include grave goods, such as vessels, weapons and jewellery, which testify to the social status of the buried people and provide valuable information about the burial practices of the period.

Excavations at the Messiah mound have revealed burial monuments and other archaeological finds that help to understand the history and culture of the area. The mound is part of a wider network of burial mounds found in Macedonia, reflecting ancient burial traditions.

Today, the mound of Messiah is a point of interest for visitors and archaeologists. The area around the mound is preserved and protected, while excavations continue, constantly revealing new information about the history of the site.