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Greek archaeologists uncover 2,400-year-old gymnasium at Mieza

By Drooid · Sep 29, 2026, 5:09 PM UTC · How we work

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Greek archaeologists uncovered a 2,400-year-old gymnasium at Mieza in northern Greece.
The Hellenic Ministry of Culture announced the discovery in early September 2026.
Excavations revealed lecture rooms with stone benches, banquet halls with mosaic floors, and a 200-meter covered running track.
A palaestra, stadium, and water systems were identified within the 30-acre site.
Romans destroyed the school after the second Battle of Pydna, leaving only walls and stone floors.

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Greek archaeologists uncovered a 2,400-year-old gymnasium at Mieza in northern Greece.
The Hellenic Ministry of Culture announced the discovery in early September 2026.
Excavations revealed lecture rooms with stone benches, banquet halls with mosaic floors, and a 200-meter covered running track.
A palaestra, stadium, and water systems were identified within the 30-acre site.
Romans destroyed the school after the second Battle of Pydna, leaving only walls and stone floors.