Macedonian Tomb of Spilia
Without a doubt, one of the must-see attractions in Eordaia is the Macedonian Tomb of Spilia, one of the region’s most important ancient monuments and a remarkable testament to the history of ancient Macedonia. Although initially dated to the 2nd–1st centuries BC, comparisons with similar monuments suggest that it was more likely built in the late 4th century BC, at the height of the Macedonian kingdom. Despite having been looted, the tomb retains exceptional archaeological and historical significance. From the moment you arrive, you will be struck by its monumental Doric façade, crowned by an imposing pediment supported by four Doric half-columns, as well as by the carved shields adorned with painted floral motifs—features that lend the monument both grandeur and a distinctive character. Anthropological studies indicate that seven or eight individuals were buried here, using different funerary practices, including both inhumation and cremation. The deceased were accompanied by grave goods—personal belongings, figurines, coins, and pottery—findings which, together with those from the Macedonian Tomb of Pyrgoi in Eordaia, attest to the shared funerary customs and traditions of Upper and Lower Macedonia.
