In the south of Greece, 12 km from Mykonos, is one of the oldest European cities - Argos. His continuous history goes back more than 5000 years. The Argos are many attractions that are worth visiting.

Archaeological Museum of Argos is interesting for its vast collection of exhibits. Ancient artifacts presented in the museum, visitors will be acquainted with pretty impressive period of history, from prehistoric times to the Roman era.

The museum consists of two parts. First - Kallergis Museum, built back in 1830, was the seat of the Greek general and politician Kallergisa Demetrios (1803-1867). In 1932, the heirs of the family Kallergis donated the building to the city authorities of the city of Argos. October 25, 1955 the building, along with the surrounding area, was officially handed over to the state to convert into a museum, which opened in 1957.

Construction of the second part of the museum curated the French Archaeological School (Athens). It was discovered in 1961.

The exhibits in the museum, found during excavations of ancient Argos and surrounding areas. Most of the artifacts were found in the ancient agora, near the ancient Roman theater, as well as the excavation of the Mycenaean tombs. The American School of Classical Studies in the museum's collection has provided their trophies, found during excavations of Lerna.

The museum houses a large collection of vases, including a vase of tall, almost vertical handles, decorated with geometric lines, images of horses and waterfowl. Also of interest is a vase with two horizontal and two vertical handles depicting dancing women, snakes and birds. A special place in the exhibition is a vase depicting the struggle of Theseus and the Minotaur in the presence of Ariadne, the famous ancient Greek vase painters Germonaksa dating back 460-450 years. BC. Also very interesting fragment of a vase depicting Odysseus and his companions blinding Cyclops Polyphemus; it refers to the 7th century BC

The museum has many sculptures, including a statue of Hercules. This is a copy of the statue made by Lysippos for retail space Sikyona; It refers to the Roman period. Of particular interest is a miniature clay figurine lactating women. This is one of the oldest human body sculptures found in Europe. These statues were found during the excavation of graves and settlements Mycenaean period 14-13 century BC

You can also look at the bronze breastplate and helmet in the 8th century BC, and a jug of Minoan origin, found during excavations of Lerna (15th century BC).

In the courtyard of the museum you can admire an interesting Roman mosaic depicting the characters of 12 months and Dionysus (5th century AD).

The museum's collection is of great historical significance.