Point of interest
Archaeological Tomb Area
26 locals recommend,
Location
Marathon
Tips from locals
this area is one of the most important museum in the area popular for the Marathon battle and more. Make sure it is open prior to visit!
192 dead Atheneans were buried here after the glorious victory against Persians in 490 b.C.
The Tomb of the most historical battle of the world. (The Marathon Battle is considered as the battle that defined the future of the whole Europe in 490 BC)
192 fighters for freedom and democracy, of the battle of Marathon cremated and buried at the tomb. If it weren't for them, the whole world would be different. Western culture would be different. There is a reconstruction of the battle at the site.