6th-century-BC military tomb discovered near Koroshishta, Struga

A rich military tomb dating to the 6th century BC has been discovered at the Rasnica site, near the village of Koroshishta in Struga. Weapons and objects made of gold, bronze and amber were found inside.

The discovery reinforces the assessment that Rasnica served as a necropolis during the Archaic period.

The findings are expected to be made public this afternoon at a press conference to be held in Ohrid.

According to the Museum’s announcement, this year’s research has brought to light an extraordinary military burial in which a complete set of military equipment was preserved. It includes a shield, helmet, spears and a sword, as well as other items made of gold, bronze, amber and other materials.

The results are considered particularly important because they unequivocally confirm Rasnica’s character as a necropolis from the Archaic period. They also create new opportunities to study burial customs, military and social organization, and the elites who lived in the Ohrid-Struga region during the 6th century BC.

Rasnica became known to the public in 2024, when archaeological excavations uncovered a monumental burial complex rich in archaeological materials./Telegrafi/