In the land of Palinurus: In search of an ancient settlement of Magna Grecia

1th May - 26th June 2011, Policastro Bussentino, Campania, Italy

First international Archaeological Research Season at Policastro

In the region of the Enotri, in the Gulf of Policastro, here emerged a series of ancient settlements which from earliest times had close contact with the Hellenic peoples living in the area now known as Magna Grecia. In this territory, linked in Virgil's Eneid with Palinurus the navigator, there

developed an important site whose origins are marked by a series of coins which refer to it as Pixous.

The Association Etruria Nova, in collaboration with the Superintendent of Cultural Heritage in Campania, and the Council of Santa Marina, presents the First international Archaeological Research Season at Policastro, open to archaeology students and anyone interested in gaining experience in archaeological fieldwork.

The season will to include:

1. Archaeological excavation.

2. Survey.

3. Initial finds processing and site documentation.

Participation fees:

1 week            - 120 Euro  

2 weeks           - 240 Euro

3 weeks           - 350 Euro

Etruria Nova card

(annual membership is obligatory):

25 Euro (ordinary membership)

Price includes:

•Accommodation in apartments with 4 or 5 beds, kitchen

and bathroom with shower. Single occupancy may be possible,

on payment of a surcharge, dependent on availability.

•Provision for breakfasts, packed lunches and dinners are made

in their apartments by participants, comprising fresh and tinned

foods, provided by the organization.

•Transfer by car/minibus between the accommodation

and Policastro railway station at fixed hours; transport to the

excavation sites and on excursions.

•Insurance cover for the duration of the campaign, included

in subscription to the Etruria Nova Association.

•Certificate on successful completion.

NOT included:

• Tickets for entrance to museums and archaeological sites on excursions.

• Any further services not specifically included above.

Contacts for info and registration:

Associazione ETRURIA NOVA 

Vicolo S. Agostino, 12 - 53024, Montalcino (SI)

tel. +39 (0) 577 600917  mobile +39 349 3613406

e-mail: info@etrurianova.org