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Erimi Archaeological Project The Erimi Archaeological Project is directed by Dr. Luca Bombardieri, University of Siena. The resea

The Erimi Archaeological Project is directed by Dr. Luca Bombardieri, University of Turin. The research is aimed at investigating a Middle Bronze Age settlement and funerary area in Cyprus.

🔴 RED ISLANDS – A new research journey begins!Congratulations to Paola Iacono! Paola Iacono We are delighted to celebrat...
29/10/2026

🔴 RED ISLANDS – A new research journey begins!
Congratulations to Paola Iacono! Paola Iacono

We are delighted to celebrate Paola’s success in securing a PhD position in Anthropology of the Ancient World at DFCLAM - Università di Siena Università di Siena

Over the next three years, Paola will develop her research project:

**RED ISLANDS. Matter, Colour and Social Identity in Bronze Age Mediterranean Island Communities.**

🔴 What can the colour red tell us about life in the ancient Mediterranean?

From mineral pigments and plant-based dyes to the production of purple, RED ISLANDS will explore how colour shaped technologies, social identities, cultural practices and the relationships between communities and their environments.

Bringing together archaeology, anthropology and archaeometric research, the project will connect four Mediterranean islands — Cyprus, Crete, Malta and Pantelleria — with Middle Bronze Age Erimi Erimi Archaeological Project as one of its key case studies.

We are particularly excited to see this research develop through international collaboration, and extend our warm thanks to The Cyprus Institute -STARC (Science and Technology in Archaeology and Culture Research Center) for its valuable scientific partnership.

👏 Congratulations, Paola! We wish you three inspiring years of discoveries, new perspectives and exciting research!

Embassy of Italy in Nicosia Embassy of Cyprus in Italy Farnesina 🇮🇹 kourionmunicipality Τμήμα Αρχαιοτήτων Κύπρου, Department of Antiquties Cyprus

Bringing Cyprus and Italy Closer: A Day of Culture, Friendship and Shared Heritage in SienaWhat an unforgettable day in ...
09/10/2026

Bringing Cyprus and Italy Closer: A Day of Culture, Friendship and Shared Heritage in Siena

What an unforgettable day in Siena yesterday !

October 8 marked two very special moments in the growing cultural partnership between Cyprus and Italy, 🇨🇾 🇮🇹 bringing together people, institutions and shared passions for the extraordinary heritage of the island.

📚 A new home for Cyprus at the University of Siena!
We were delighted to celebrate the inauguration of the new Cyprus Section of the University Library Biblioteca Umanistica Siena, enriched by a generous donation of books from the Press and Information Office of the Republic of Cyprus (Press and Information Office). A wonderful new resource for students, researchers and everyone wishing to discover more about Cyprus, its history and its remarkable cultural heritage.

🎬 The Magic of Cyprus comes to life on the big screen!

The Italian National Premiere of Magical Cyprus / Μαγική Κύπρος at the magnificent Museo Santa Maria della Scala was a truly moving and unforgettable experience!

Produced by Press and Information Office, directed by Markos Kassinos, and featuring the captivating storytelling of Iosif Hadjikyriakos, the documentary took us on an extraordinary journey through the island’s ancient rituals, hidden symbols and living traditions.

An emotional and inspiring experience that reminded us how deeply the past continues to resonate in the present, and how powerful cultural heritage can be in connecting people across borders.

🙏 Our heartfelt thanks to Press and Information Office and everyone who made these two wonderful events possible, with the invaluable collaboration of Università di Siena, DFCLAM - Università di Siena, DSSBC UniSiena, Erimi Archaeological Project, Museo Santa Maria della Scala and Embassy of Cyprus in Italy.

Above all, we are immensely grateful for the friendship, trust and enthusiasm that continue to strengthen our collaboration with the Press and Information Office of the Republic of Cyprus. Year after year, this partnership grows richer, opening new doors and creating exciting opportunities to share Cypriot culture in Italy

🎥 Relive some of the highlights of this special day in the wonderful video produced by Press and Information Office

Journey into the unknown. Step into the Magic of Cyprus.Get ready to explore the deeply rooted magic and folklore of Cyp...
01/10/2026

Journey into the unknown. Step into the Magic of Cyprus.

Get ready to explore the deeply rooted magic and folklore of Cypriot tradition. Produced by Press and Information Office (Press and Information Office) and directed by Markos Kassinos, this extraordinary documentary is coming to Siena, to the big screen for the very first time in Italy!

🚨 SAVE THE DATE 🚨
Join us for the Italian National Premiere of Cipro Magica/Μαγική Κύπρος.

This exclusive screening will take you on an enchanting journey through ancient rituals, hidden symbols, and the fascinating intangible heritage of Cyprus.
A special thanks to Iosif Hadjikyriakos for telling this new chapter of the island’s profound culture.
Following the film, there will be a Q&A session to share insights and discuss the project together.

📅 When: October 8, 2026 | ⏰ Time: 17:00
📍 Where: Santa Maria della Scala, Siena

Watch the trailer below to catch a glimpse of this magical journey!

Organised in collaboration with Università di Siena DFCLAM - Università di Siena DSSBC UniSiena Erimi Archaeological Project, and Museo Santa Maria della Scala Embassy of Cyprus in Italy

September has come… that’s a wrap on the 2026 fieldwork season! 🎬✨Fieldwork, context documentation, and material analysi...
02/09/2026

September has come… that’s a wrap on the 2026 fieldwork season! 🎬✨
Fieldwork, context documentation, and material analysis have officially come to a close. It’s been days of incredibly intense work, but also filled with chill, shared moments at Erimi.
Our amazing team of archaeologists showed wonderful teamwork, achieving extraordinary results. This synergy motivates us and drives us to keep working together, always striving to enhance the interpretive potential of our findings.
A huge thank you to every team member for their passion and dedication!
Stay tuned! We will soon share upcoming initiatives to disseminate our results and updates on ongoing research projects….The journey continues!

Embassy of Italy in Nicosia Farnesina 🇮🇹 Τμήμα Αρχαιοτήτων Κύπρου, Department of Antiquties Cyprus Υφυπουργείο Πολιτισμού / Deputy Ministry of Culture DFCLAM - Università di Siena Università di Siena kourionmunicipality

Archaeology thrives on dialogue, shared ideas, and community.As the 2026 field season comes to a close, we want to look ...
27/08/2026

Archaeology thrives on dialogue, shared ideas, and community.

As the 2026 field season comes to a close, we want to look back at one of the most rewarding parts of our work at Erimi: the invaluable exchange with a stimulating research environment.
We were absolutely thrilled to welcome so many colleagues, friends, and institutional guests to our site this year!
A truly special moment of this season was the visit of the Italian Ambassador to Cyprus, H.E. Antonella Cavallari Embassy of Italy in Nicosia . We are deeply grateful for her support, sincere collaboration, and shared commitment to enhancing bilateral cultural relations between Italy and Cyprus. 🇮🇹🤝🇨🇾
It was a true privilege to share our ongoing results and preliminary interpretations as new evidence came to light from both the Middle Bronze Age settlement and the funerary cluster. A massive thank you to Lindy Crewe, Alison South, and the CAARI crew, and to Yiannis Kypri for their visits and support.
Special thanks to Evi Margaritis Evi Margaritis who not only visited but also presented the latest results of the paleobotanical analyses conducted on Erimi’s deposits at The Cyprus Institute STARC!
Our deepest gratitude also goes to Yiannis Violaris and our colleagues at the Τμήμα Αρχαιοτήτων Κύπρου, Department of Antiquties Cyprus Υφυπουργείο Πολιτισμού / Deputy Ministry of Culture —their expertise and continuous support are fundamental to everything we do.

Yet, this project feeds, above all, on the constant debate and brainstorm within our own research team. From this collective passion, our vision takes shape, allowing us to reconstruct and closely experience the life of the incredible prehistoric community we have the privilege to study (and imagine)!

DFCLAM - Università di Siena Università di Siena Farnesina 🇮🇹

22/08/2026

Erimi from a bird’s-eye view.

Fly with us over the Erimi Archaeological Project! These stunning aerial shots reveal the heart of the Middle Bronze Age community, with its central buildings dominating the hilltop.

Look closer: among the ancient walls, you’ll see our community of archaeologists at work. Uncovering stories, layer by layer, one level after another.

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The Erimi Archaeological Project is moving forward the fieldwork and lab works. Our team is working hard across two extr...
13/08/2026

The Erimi Archaeological Project is moving forward the fieldwork and lab works. Our team is working hard across two extraordinary Middle Bronze Age areas.
On the hilltop: We are reconstructing the complex building sequence and occupation phases, focusing closely on the Central Building.
In the Southern Cemetery: Investigations are ongoing in the coeval necropolis to understand mortuary practices of this Bronze Age community.
In the lab: Our experts are analyzing paleobotanical and anthropological remains, alongside the preliminary study of artifacts.
This journey is made possible by our incredible, multicultural team of archaeologists. Together, a terrific modern community is bringing to light an equally extraordinary and dynamic prehistoric community!

Τμήμα Αρχαιοτήτων Κύπρου, Department of Antiquties Cyprus Υφυπουργείο Πολιτισμού / Deputy Ministry of Culture DFCLAM - Università di Siena Università di Siena Embassy of Italy in Nicosia Farnesina 🇮🇹 kourionmunicipality

History is resurfacing, one layer at a time!The field season is in full swing for the Erimi Italian Archaeological Proje...
04/08/2026

History is resurfacing, one layer at a time!
The field season is in full swing for the Erimi Italian Archaeological Project, and our team is pushed by an incredible energy to bring Cyprus Bronze Age back to life!
Every corner of the site is buzzing with fresh new results:
In the settlement area: Excavations are progressing inside the Middle Bronze Age Central Building, revealing new details about the social and spatial organization on top of the hill.
In the Southern Funerary Cluster: Work is underway to investigate community funerary practices.
In the Labs: Research never stops! Our specialists are busy analyzing osteological and paleobotanical remains to reconstruct daily life and environments. Meanwhile, the 3D Topographic Lab is actively digitizing the site, creating high-precision digital models of our findings.
Beyond the Trenches: Education and dialogue are core to our mission. Our supervisors and expert team members are leading specialized seminars to share insights, debate theories, and mentor new team members.
This incredible journey is made possible by the unique spirit of exchange and the exceptional work of a truly multidisciplinary….and deeply enthusiastic team. Together, we are piecing Middle Bronze Age back together!

Τμήμα Αρχαιοτήτων Κύπρου, Department of Antiquties Cyprus Υφυπουργείο Πολιτισμού / Deputy Ministry of Culture DFCLAM - Università di Siena Università di Siena Embassy of Italy in Nicosia Farnesina 🇮🇹 kourionmunicipality

Season 2026: officially underway! 🇨🇾 🇮🇹 Erimi Italian Archaeological Project kicks off our 2026 field season! Our multic...
28/07/2026

Season 2026: officially underway!
🇨🇾 🇮🇹 Erimi Italian Archaeological Project kicks off our 2026 field season! Our multicultural team is back on the ground, ready for an exciting journey into the living past of a challenging Bronze Age community.
This incredible work wouldn’t be possible without our amazing network of institutions and partners.
We want to express our deepest gratitude to Τμήμα Αρχαιοτήτων Κύπρου, Department of Antiquties Cyprus Υφυπουργείο Πολιτισμού / Deputy Ministry of Culture colleagues and staff for their continuous support and positive collaboration: kourionmunicipality and Erimi Community Council for being wonderful local partners; the Farnesina 🇮🇹 & Embassy of Italy in Nicosia for their fundamental support backing and the Cyprus National Guard for their invaluable help in setting up our field camp on site.
Stay tuned for updates, fresh discoveries, and behind-the-scenes looks at our field project!

DFCLAM - Università di Siena Università di Siena

Transforming Legacy Data into New Knowledge: Unlocking Ayia Irini–Paleokastro We are delighted to announce the launch of...
10/07/2026

Transforming Legacy Data into New Knowledge: Unlocking Ayia Irini–Paleokastro

We are delighted to announce the launch of “Unlocking the Legacy of Ayia Irini–Paleokastro”, a new two-year research project coordinated by Luca Bombardieri and Marialucia (Mia) Amadio and supported by a major grant from the Shelby White and Leon Levy Program for Archaeological Publications at Harvard University .

The project brings renewed focus attention to Ayia Irini–Paleokastro, Necropoli a mare, a key Late Bronze Age funerary area excavated in the early 1970s by the Italian Archaeological Mission of the CNR CNRsocial, in collaboration with the Department of Antiquities of Cyprus, then directed by Vassos Karageorghis.

Located in an area inaccessible to archaeological fieldwork since the Turkish military occupation of 1974, Ayia Irini preserves an extraordinary archaeological legacy. Fifty years later, its collections, excavation records, photographs, drawings, and archives can be revisited through new questions, multidisciplinary approaches, and advanced digital documentation.

🔓 Unlocking archives. Reconnecting collections and contexts. Generating new knowledge.

The project renews a long-standing tradition of archaeological cooperation between Italy 🇮🇹 and Cyprus 🇨🇾 bringing an exceptional Bronze Age funerary landscape back to the centre of Mediterranean archaeology.



Τμήμα Αρχαιοτήτων Κύπρου, Department of Antiquties Cyprus Embassy of Italy in Nicosia DFCLAM - Università di Siena Università di Siena Υφυπουργείο Πολιτισμού / Deputy Ministry of Culture Farnesina 🇮🇹

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