Temple of Poseidon, Sounion - Wikipedia
WEBThe Temple of Poseidon is an ancient Greek temple on Cape Sounion, Greece, dedicated to the god Poseidon. There is evidence of the establishment of sanctuaries on the cape from as early as the 11th century BC.
How To Visit The Temple Of Poseidon At Cape Sounion, Athens
WEBJul 7, 2024 · The Temple of Poseidon at Sounion is an easy half-day trip from Athens. Here's all you need to know about planning a Cape Sounion sunset tour.
Temple of Poseidon at Sounion | The Official Athens Guide
WEBThis Doric temple was erected during the Golden Age of Pericles. It was devoted to Poseidon, the Olympian God of the Sea, and is located at the edge of Cape Sounion at the southern coast of Attica, with a spectacular view of the Aegean Sea.
Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon: Planning Your Visit
WEBFeb 8, 2022 · The spectacular Temple of Poseidon in Cape Sounion is an easy day trip from Greece. Plan your perfect trip there with our guide on how to get there, when to go, and more.
Visiting the Temple of Poseidon at Sounion - The ... - The …
WEBVisiting the Temple of Poseidon at Sounion. The Temple of Poseidon is open daily, all year round, from 9:30 am until sunset. The last admission is 20 minutes before sunset. The Temple is closed on major public holidays, and also has free admission days several times throughout the year.
A visit to the magical Temple of Poseidon at Sounion
WEBJust a short drive from Athens is the 5th-century BC Temple of Poseidon at Sounion, dedicated to the sea god himself.
Temple of Poseidon - All You Need to Know BEFORE You Go (2024)
WEBAfter a wonderful drive along the Athens Riviera, the Temple of Poseidon appears - solitary at the top of a hill with the sea surrounding it. Although with Covid, the restaurant on site was closed, this meant the crowds were away and we …
A Brief History Of The Temple Of Poseidon, Sounion - Culture Trip
WEBDec 19, 2016 · On top of this 60 meter cliff stands one of the most important sanctuaries in the region: the temple dedicated to Poseidon, God of the Sea. Built between 444 and 440 BC, the temple was constructed of marble from the valley of Agrilesa, about four kilometers north of the Sounio Cape.
Sounion - World History Encyclopedia
WEBFeb 23, 2013 · Sounion (or Sunium) was an important ancient Greek religious sanctuary sacred to the gods Poseidon and Athena. Spectacularly located on a promontory in southern Attica, the site is dominated by the temple of Poseidon perched on the cliff edge, seventy metres above the sea.
Sounion: Visiting the Temple of Poseidon from Athens
WEBSep 9, 2024 · Sounion Archaeological Site. The main attraction in the area is the Archaeological Site of Sounion. The site includes the Temple of Poseidon, the Temple of Athena, sections of an ancient city wall, a port, and residences. Besides, archaeologists discovered graves dating back to the Early Bronze Age.