Aigai Palace Discovery: Unveiling Alexander the Great's Bath and Martial Training Grounds in Northern Greece

Aigai Palace Discovery: Unveiling Alexander the Great's Bath and Martial Training Grounds in Northern Greece

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Archaeologists have uncovered significant discoveries at the Aigai Palace in northern Greece, purportedly belonging to Alexander the Great. The palace, larger than the Parthenon and stretching over 15,000 square meters, includes Alexander's bathing area and a gymnasium for martial arts where he trained. The excavation was part of Channel 4’s broadcast "Treasures of the World" and unveiled insights into Alexander's early life and reign, including his associations with companions like Hephaestion. This site near Vergina showcases the palace's grandeur, designed during Philip II's reign and Northern Greece reflecting classical Greek architecture. The restoration of Aigai Palace has provided valuable historical [ check here ] context from the Early Bronze Age onwards, emphasizing its significance in ancient Macedonia's history.