NIKOPOLIS - Monument of Octavian Augustus - 2002

Nikopolis, Monument of Octavian Augustus. K. Zachos (ΙΒ' ΕΠΚΑ) reports on continuing excavation focused on the south end of the east wing of the stoa and the west end of the north wing of the stoa, on the upper terrace.

In the east wing, excavated focused on exposing the entire length of the two stylobates and exploring the surrounding area towards the altar and to the east. The continuation of the exterior stylobate was revealed for 4.8m to the south, built of sandstone slabs with occasional limestone insertions. The fabric of the superstructure of wall 9a includes Laconian-type tiles and red cement. To the west, beneath a destruction deposit, construction material reflects the continuation of wall 9a. The date and circumstances of later interventions in walls in this area remain to be determined.

At the west end of the north wing of the stoa, two in situ column bases belong to the second interior stylobate.