TIP: If you are into Greek Mythology and Percy Jackson, we recommend the Private Percy Jackson Tour of Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon from AthensĬheck availability TIP: Another activity that kids love is the Stargazing at Cape Sounion. It will definitely be an unforgettable experience for the whole family. You will be mesmerized by the reds and oranges that engulf the temple as the sun descends into the sea. For this reason, the Greek sea was called Aegean Sea.ĭo not miss the sunset from the temple overlooking the endless blue. Theseus had gone to Knossos to fight the Minotaur and Aegeus thought he had not survived. According to the famous story of Aegeus, this was the location where he jumped in the sea when he saw black sails on the ship of his son Theseus. The location is also linked to Greek mythology. The Temple of Poseidon and its monuments is one of the most important archaeological sites in Athens. Next to the temple of Poseidon, you can find the ruins of the lesser-known temple of Athena, the old walls and the ruins of ancient settlements.
Its architecture was of innovative design, its iconic marble pillars are an impressive reminder. It was built to honour Poseidon, God of the sea. The Temple of Poseidon was erected in the middle of the 5 th century BC at the ancient port of Sounio. Cape Sounio, the Temple of Poseidon and its fortifications are about an hour and a half away from the centre of Athens. At the end of the Attica peninsula at the southernmost point called Cape Sounio, lies the ancient Temple of Poseidon.
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