Roman Aegean Thrace

Providing an archaeological exploration of Roman Aegean Thrace from the Late Hellenistic period until Late Antiquity, this book focuses on topics such as urbanization, settlements, rituals, burial sites and identity. Nestled in the northeastern corner of the Greek peninsula, Aegean Thrace has a rich cultural history that captivated early settlers and enterprising merchants. With its abundance of timber, precious minerals and thriving livestock, this environment fostered a unique cultural milieu that persisted into the imperial period. Vassilis Evangelidis includes the most up-to-date archaeological discoveries in his study, looking at varied sites and landscapes such as tumuli, open-air sanctuaries, native settlements, strongholds and enclosures, alongside conventional Greek sites like Abdera and Maroneia. Using an interdisciplinary approach which brings in geographic, social and cultural perspectives, Evangelidis unveils the intricacies of Aegean Thrace's archaeological landscape, beyond the conventional historical narrative. The result is a study that presents Aegean Thrace as a pivotal and dynamic hub of cultural interactions, offering insights into the complexities of the Roman world.