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Embark on a truly unique journey with our interactive Macedonian sarissa lessons, an experience unlike any other in Greece.
Led by a specialized archaeologist, internationally renowned for experimental archaeology and global TV consulting, our classes offer unparalleled quality.
Using meticulously reconstructed equipment, participants delve into ancient Greek history firsthand, emphasizing the importance of living history in understanding the past.
This experience stands alone in its authenticity and is unmatched across Europe. Discover the past in a new light and immerse yourself in the ancient world like never before.
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What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The two possible meeting points, are the ones where the BUS Station is (Interurban bus station - KTEL Florinas) and the nearby Train Station is (Florina Customs, Sidirodromikou Stathmou). Florina is easily accessible from Thessaloniki, with regular KTEL bus and train services (approximately 3 hours). Additionally, car rental from Thessaloniki is an option, providing a journey of about 2 hours and 10 minutes.
The meeting point is at the village (Leptokaryes) 12 minutes by car from the nearest city of Florina, in front of the local church. We will meet you there and we will all go to the near open fields (aprox 100-200 meters) for the start. Cars can also access the start point.
What to expect
We will explore the training of a Macedonian Phalangite (Pikeman) of the Hellenisitic Period (4th-2nd Century BCE) using the famous Sarissa pike.
The presentation will include:
1) Introduction to the description of the sarissa as a weapon. What parts does it consist of, how many meters was it during different historical periods, what materials were its different parts made of, how effective was it on the field of battle
2) the practice of each person in the basic use of the Sarissa teaching the holding method, the body position, the ancient martial orders, the proper pacing in the field, the proper holding of the shield.
3) Τest of the use of the Sarissa wearing historically correct high quality reconstructed military equipment of the Hellenistic period (linen armor - linothorax, various types of helmets, phalangite shield, etc)
4) time for photography of the participants using the reconstructed equipment.
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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