9Temple of Poseidon

What is it? Athens isn’t short on treats for fans of Greek mythology. This is the temple you should visit first.  

Why go? He may be the god of oceans, but Poseidon’s palace stands 60 metres above sea level on Cape Sounio. This marble temple was first built by ancient Athenians to honour Poseidon and guide sailors safely home. All that remains now is a series of towering columns that don’t half look beautiful against a glorious Greek sunset.

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