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Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion

Cape Sounion, Athens, Greece

Featured Review : Poseidon was an interesting fellow. First he was swallowed by his father, Cronus, along with some siblings. To prevent Cronus’s next son, Zeus, from the same fate, mother Rhea hid Zeus in a cave. When Zeus was older, he ...See Full Review

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Temple of Poseidon

  • 5 out of 5 stars by lcampbell from Port Angeles, Washington
  • March 5, 2006
Temple of Poseidon
Quote: Poseidon was an interesting fellow. First he was swallowed by his father, Cronus, along with some siblings. To prevent Cronus’s next son, Zeus, from the same fate, mother Rhea hid Zeus in a cave. When Zeus was older, he overthrew and vanquished his... Read the full Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion review

From journal Ancient Stuff in Athens

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Temple of Poseidon, Cape Sounion

  • 5 out of 5 stars by dina4 from los angeles, California
  • April 14, 2005
Quote: If you can time this side trip correctly, you will be rewarded with the view of a lifetime. Visiting the Temple of Poseidon at sunset is truly a breathtaking experience. You can rent a car for the day, take a city bus from central Athens, or... Read the full Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion review

From journal Weekend in Athens

Half Day Trip to Temple of Poseidon

Half Day Trip to Temple of Poseidon
Quote: We had reserved George the famous taxi driver to take us for a half-day on our first day in Athens. His son, Dennis, picked us up in his vintage Mercedes limo. We chose to leave Athens for Cape Sounion to see the Temple of Poseidon. As we toured... Read the full Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion review

From journal Post Olympic Athens - The Walking City

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Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion

  • 4 out of 5 stars by billmoy from Chicago, Illinois
  • June 7, 2002
Quote: The Temple of Poseidon is located at Cape Sounion, approximately 2 hours by local bus from central Athens. Before you dismiss the prospect of spending such a long time to see only one "thing", let me describe the scene for you. The Temple of... Read the full Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion review

From journal Bill in Greece - ATHENS

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Temple of Poseidon

  • 4 out of 5 stars by Re Carroll from Abbotsford, British Columbia
  • September 17, 2000
Temple of Poseidon
Quote: Many people make the trip along the Apollo Coast to Cape Sounion to see the Temple of Poseidon. It has stood on this hilltop, overlooking the the Aegean since the 5th century B.C. and was built to honour Poseidon, God of the sea and brother to... Read the full Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion review

From journal Athen's Treasures