DELOS, THE CHANGEABLE ISLAND

The wonders of archeology

An episode from the series LIVING STONES 2

Synopsis

Delos is situated in the very heart of the Cyclades islands and was supposed to be the god Apollo adobe. The place enjoyed a quick expansion during the Hellenic period which attracted people from all over the Mediterranean basin.

This influx of multiple ethnic groups was not always welcome by the locals. How such a small island managed to become one of the most influential religious center of Greece and one of the most important international trading post for almost eight centuries?