Chaironia (Heronia). A Vilage of great archaeological interest and Plutarch’s birthplace lies near the battlefield where in 338 BC Philip of Macedonia defeated the allied forces of the other Greek city-states. At the entrance to town stands the Lion of Chaironia, symbol of courage and bravery.
Nearby one can see the ruins of the acropolis and theater, while the small archaeological museum contains various objects found in the vicinity. (Chaironia and Orhomenos).
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