Discovery of an ancient theater in a remote area

Charso Press: The ruins of the ancient city of “Lissos” (Lissos) are located in the southwest of the island of “Crete”, Greece, and access to these archaeological remains is possible only by sea or a long walk.

Due to the remote location of the ancient city of Lysos, archaeologists have not managed to properly explore its ruins. However, recent excavations by archaeologists in this historic city have led to the discovery of the remains of an ancient theater that is very similar to today’s conference hall. Experts have evaluated the presence of this theater in the city as a symbol of the prosperity of “Lissus”.

Previous research has shown that “Lisos” was used as a settlement long before its name entered the history books in the 4th century BC. Researchers also believe that this ancient city was used as an important stop on the Mediterranean trade route in the past.

The buildings belonging to different periods of this city have remained intact, among them the unique temple of “Asclebius”, the god of healing in ancient Greek mythology, a residential area, a significant cemetery with two-story tombs, Roman hot springs and Christian churches. Now archaeologists have added this theater to the list of amazing finds of this ancient city. This theater was discovered during the first archaeological excavation that was carried out in this place after half a century.

Experts believe that this auditorium was used for lectures, literary and musical competitions and theatrical performances.

In the first phase of the excavation of the auditorium, archaeologists discovered 14 rows of seats and two vaulted halls. This theater belongs to around the 1st to 4th century AD. Unfortunately, this theater has been seriously damaged over time, and it is believed that these damages were caused by the severe earthquake of 365 AD and the fall of large boulders.

Archaeologists’ research in this theater is still ongoing.