Ancient Greek Theater Unearthed in
AthensATHENS - 02/19/2007 - There is exciting
news in Athens this week. Scholars and archaeologists
have been looking for the remains of the ancient Greek
theater of Acharnae for two hundred years. It appears
that it may have finally been found according to experts
who announced the possible find on Thursday.
Experts believe that further excavation of the ancient Greek
site which was found in a northern suburb of Athens will reveal
additional artifacts from the Acharnae theater. They expect to
find
marble statues and other religious items. The famous
ancient theater was referred to by Greek writers in antiquity.
The ancient Greek theater of Acharnae appears to be mostly
intact.
Brenda Harness, Art Historian
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