Hippocrates Garden Cultural Centre

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Although not a traditional museum, this cultural centre is dedicated to Hippocrates, the father of medicine. It includes a recreation of an ancient Greek settlement of the 5th century B.C. and provides insights into the life and times of Hippocrates.

The Hippocrates Garden Cultural Centre, located in the vicinity of Mastichari village, is a unique open-air museum dedicated to Hippocrates, the father of medicine. This cultural centre replicates an ancient Greek settlement, offering a tangible experience of the environment in which Hippocrates would have lived and worked.

The centre features a traditional stone house, an agora (marketplace), an altar, and a botanical garden, all constructed according to historical references from the Classical period. The house, furnished with replicas of ancient furniture, provides a glimpse into the domestic life of the era. The agora, with its assembly area and dining facilities, recreates the social and communal aspects of ancient Greek life.

The highlight of the centre is the botanical garden, planted with a variety of herbs and medicinal plants that Hippocrates himself used for healing. These plants are accompanied by informative plaques explaining their uses in ancient medicine. This living pharmacy not only showcases the natural remedies of the past but also highlights the timeless relevance of Hippocratic teachings.

The centre also hosts workshops, seminars, and events focused on ancient Greek culture and medicine, allowing visitors to engage actively with the teachings of Hippocrates. The Hippocrates Garden Cultural Centre is not just a museum; it’s an educational journey into the roots of medicine and Greek culture.