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Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon

Cape Sounion

Photo by Margaret VanEchaute

Temple of Poseidon is only an hour outside the city.


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Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon

Soúnio (5.5 miles S of Lavrio), Attica

Hours: Apr.-Oct. 8:30 a.m.-8 p.m.

Price: Prices vary by mode of transport.

Type: Monuments & Historic Sites

Constructed in approximately 440 B.C. the Temple of Poseidon at Sounion is actually an hour outside the city. Find a driver, negotiate a rate and spend the day at the temple and then go to the beach afterward.
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Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon
Soúnio (5.5 miles S of Lavrio), Attica
Athens
19500
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