The ruins of the ancient city of Antigonea are located in Albania, 14 kilometers from the city of Gjirokaster. The archaeological site is one of the most important tourist attractions in the area. Souvenirs and objects found during archeological works testify to the wealth of the ancient city. The first excavations carried out in the 1960s led to the identification of the city of Antigonea, which operated for about 150 years.
The ancient city was built in the 3rd century BC on the Jerma hill, near the modern village of Saraqinishtë. The name indicates that it must have been founded by King Pirro, in honor of his wife Antigone. Several flats of various types, workshops and an early Christian church were found in the city.
The city flourished until 167 BC, when it was destroyed by the army of Aemilius Paullus. The most important items that testify to the high culture of civilization are primarily bronze coins from various cities, mosaics discovered in 1974, as well as advanced craft tools at the time. The most impressive part of the city are also walls destroyed by the Romans, completely surrounding the hill. It is worth visiting the archaeological site of the city of Antigonea and feel the truly historic atmosphere.
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