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Temple of Poseidon
Located at the southernmost tip of mainland Greece, the Temple of Poseidon in Sounion is a popular landmark. The temple is a blend of mythology and history. It is located on a craggy spur of the Cape Sounio. The temple was constructed in 444 and 440 BC.
The temple was constructed with marble from the Agrilesa valley. The Agrilesa valley is four kilometers north of Cape Sounion. The marble is coarse grained, with a rough texture. The temple was built with thirty-six Doric columns. The columns are slender at the bottom and narrower at the top. The columns are twenty feet tall.
The temple was built on top of a second, older temple. This temple was destroyed by Persians in 480 BC. The temple was rebuilt by Pericles. The temple of Poseidon in Sounion is one of the majormonuments of the Golden Age of Athens. During the Peloponnesian War, Athenians built a defensive wall around the temple. The Athenians also placed a trireme seized from an enemy in the temple.
The temple of Poseidon in Sounion was built to honor the Greek god of the sea. Ancient Greeks believed that storms and earthquakes were the work of Poseidon, and that Poseidon created storms and earthquakes to punish people who mistreated the sea. The Athenians used the temple to offer sacrifices to Poseidon and gain his favor. These sacrifices were offered in exchange for protection on land and the sea. The temple also served as a palace.
The temple of Poseidon is made of local marble. The marble used in the temple is carved with names and dates. The names and dates are carved in the marble columns and are visible on the gilded frieze. The frieze is made of Paros island marble.
The Temple of Poseidon is located 70 kilometers south of Athens. It is accessible by bus. KTEL buses run regularly. It is also easy to reach by car. You can rent a car from Athens or pick it up from a hotel near the port. The temple of Poseidon offers breathtaking views of the Aegean Sea.
The temple is one of the most popular sites in Attica. The temple is situated on a rugged cape with a view that is absolutely breathtaking. It is also located on the southern tip of the Attica region. The temple has a beautiful sunset view. The temple is also surrounded by a sea of blue that is truly spectacular.
The temple of Poseidon is located on a craggy spur at the cape Sounio. It is a popular landmark. It is a blend of mythology and history. The temple is constructed with marble from the Agrilesa Valley. The temple was constructed between 444 and 440 BC. The temple of Poseidon in Sounion has a beautiful bronze statue of the god Poseidon. The statue is five meters tall. The statue of Poseidon is currently on display at the National Archaeological Museum in Athens.
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