The Tomb of Harmylos
The tomb of Harmylos at Pyli, Kos
About Tomb of Harmylos
A fine tomb complex of the 3rd century BC Hellenistic period, dedicated to the 12 Olympian Gods as well as to the hero of the Harmyleon, Harmylos. The complex consists of a semi-circular roof covering a rectangular area, from which a total of 12 rectangular tombs radiate, 6 on each of two sides.
The tomb of Harmylos was excavated by Herzog and Schazmann and is in superb condition even today.
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