Archaeologists Find 2,400‑Year‑Old Complex Indicating Worship of Odysseus in Ancient Ithaca

Archaeologists uncovered a 2,400‑year‑old structure on the site of ancient Ithaca. The complex includes altars and votive offerings that point to cult activity. Researchers link the site to the

Archaeologists uncovered a 2,400‑year‑old structure on the site of ancient Ithaca. The complex includes altars and votive offerings that point to cult activity. Researchers link the site to the

legendary hero Odysseus from Homer’s epics. While Odysseus is a literary figure, the finds indicate he was also venerated. The artifacts suggest organized worship rather than occasional homage. This

challenges the view that ancient Greeks only honored mythic characters in stories. The discovery adds a tangible dimension to the mythic tradition surrounding Odysseus. Scholars plan further

excavations to map the full extent of the sanctuary. The find highlights how myth and cult could intertwine in early Greek society.