The Necropolis of Aigai. Archaeology of an Exceptional Funerary Landscape

Research on the necropolis of Aigai reveals a dynamic funerary landscape that evolved over 1,000 years, from the 7th century BC to the 3rd century AD. The study identifies distinct phases in the necropolis's development, showing a shift in its center from southeastern slopes facing Lydia to northwestern slopes overlooking key routes like Gryneion and Pergamon. A typology of funerary monuments—ranging from Orientalizing tumuli to Hellenistic and Roman terraces—was established, alongside the discovery of a structured network of roads and extra-urban sanctuaries that shaped the necropolis's organization. This comprehensive analysis, based on systematic surveys, new excavations, and re-examination of previous findings, offers unprecedented insights into the topographical evolution and social significance of this exceptional archaeological site.

Verger, S., Sezgin, Y., & Pace, R. (2025). The Necropolis of Aigai. Archaeology of an Exceptional Funerary Landscape. In Hellenistic Funerary Culture in Pergamon and the Aeolis. Deutsches Archäologisches Institut. https://doi.org/10.34780/BZK87G71