A Fascinating Discovery: The Headless Statue Of Aphrodite Unearthed In Thessaloniki

In an incredible turn of events, a headless statue of Aphrodite has been discovered in the Greek port city of Thessaloniki, an area known for its rich history and archaeological treasures. This significant find was made during ongoing subway construction, which has been taking place for over a decade. The excavation site is located near the ancient Hagia Sophia, a church that dates back to the Byzantine period, highlighting the blend of modern urban development with ancient heritage.

The discovery was shared by Yannis A. Milopoulos, the chairman of Attiko Metro SA, who took to social media to announce this remarkable find, dubbing it "the Aphrodite of [the] Thessaloniki Metro." Alongside the statue, fourth-century floor mosaics were unearthed, adding to the wealth of artifacts discovered in this area, which totals around 300,000 antiquities, as reported by Milopoulos.

Excited researchers are preparing to present the Aphrodite statue and mosaics at an upcoming archaeological conference scheduled for March 8-10. The event will focus on archaeological finds in the Macedonia and Thrace regions of Greece. Polyxeni Adam-Veleni, an archaeologist and director of the Ephorate of Antiquities of Thessaloniki, confirmed that the findings will be formally presented, offering more insight into this captivating discovery.