The archaeological investigation works that preceded the major public infrastructure projects in Phthiotida, have enriched the region’s archaeological map. The excavations that took place during the construction of the Central Greece Motorway (E65) yielded a significant volume of archaeological material and a variety of finds.
The discoveries include:
A significant ancient settlement was discovered in the mountainous area of Styrfaka, Lamia (Palaiochori site), situated along a road passage of Mount Othrys that connected the Spercheios valley with Thessaly, and it was investigated in two different excavation phases. This site has been identified as a sanctuary dedicated to Demeter and associated deities.