Eine neue Statue des Thrakischen Reiterheros aus Gamzigrad

A significant archaeological discovery at the UNESCO World Heritage Site Gamzigrad-Romuliana, the Palace of Galerius, has uncovered a previously unknown marble statue depicting a collapsing boar. This rare find, likely representing the Thracian hero associated with bravery and strength, provides new insights into the iconography and religious significance of the site during the Roman era. The research, published in Ancient Cult in Balkans, analyzed the statue's craftsmanship, symbolism, and contextual placement within the broader archaeological landscape of Gamzigrad-Romuliana. Such discoveries enhance our understanding of the cultural and mythological layers embedded in this historic complex.

von Bülow, G. (2024). Eine neue Statue des Thrakischen Reiterheros aus Gamzigrad. Ancient Cult in Balkans. Sanctuaries, Temples, Shrines and Votive Monuments, 109–117. https://doi.org/10.18485/sad_cult_balk.2024.ch5