Major Macedonian tomb find

Archaeologists in Greece say they are examining the largest underground tomb ever found in the country.

They said a farmer had stumbled across the tomb carved into the rock near the ancient city of Pella, the birthplace of Alexander the Great. . .

The tomb was probably used by a noble family about 2,300 years ago - some of whose names are still visible. Archaeologists said that the eight-chambered tomb was significant in style. It is accessible through a 16-metre entrance.

Carved into rock, the new find is reported still to retain part of its internal wall colouring of red, light blue and gold.

Posted by David on February 12, 2006 8:03 PM