The Ancient City of Butrint: Uncovering a Cultural Treasure

The archaeological site of Butrint preserves structures and artifacts spanning nearly three thousand years of history. Located in southwestern Albania, the city was an ancient Greek settlement and later a Roman colony and has been named a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In this video, University of Notre Dame assistant professor and Butrint excavation director David Hernandez explains the significance of the site and the archaeological work conducted there.

Video Producer: Todd Boruff
Associate Producer: Carrie Gates
Director of Communications: Kate Garry

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[UmarAlFarooq]

I know David personally. Amazing guy, loved and respected by all his friends.

[marylouisehartman]

I thoroughly enjoyed visiting Butrint with the Travelling Irish Alumni in 2012.  the march of civilizations across this land was amazing to see.  

[fshehu]

Butrint is amazing. There is no mention of the foundation of Butrint in the historical sources,  nevertheless there is strong material evidence of eternal life in Butrint and surrounding sites. The striking prehistoric polygonal walling is ubiquitous in Butrint and excavations of the Bronze Age hilltop refuges have provided ceramic assemblage indicating strong synergies with inland Epirote wares.

[NICKVAS]

Greek and after Roman city..greek name vouthroto..in greek minority area..various epirus