Poseidon's Temple

Where king Aegea fell to his death after finding out about the death of his son. the aegean sea was named in his honor.

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Ακρωτήρι Σουνίου Sounio , Attica Greece

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One of the most beautiful places in the world! Perfect view during sunset and places to swim nearby. A lot of commercials have been shot here I.e. Amstel Greece

Mark Mullens

Sunsets at this ancient location during the summer are sublime. Sadly the administration of this place boots you out as soon as the sun has finished setting.

Spyridon Kagkas

Truly breathtaking, the Temple is the perfect opportunity to understand how ancient Greeks chose the locations for their temples .

Spiros Apostolopoulos

A beautiful location with a lot of history. A view on to the Aegean Sea that is majestic. If the weather is good you can see for miles!

Alexandros Plexidas

Great spot to end your seaside route and amazing view , especially during sunset . There is a cafeteria just outside the temple . Found the entrance fee a bit expensive (8€ - 4€ for students).

MoSXaR mousâto

The best sunset of Athens riviera and one of the most magnificent views towards the Aegean sea . Besides the temple , a must see is the cliff, where according to legend, Aegeas fell of the sea and died.

Evi

One of the most breathtaking Ancient Greek temples in an amazing spot full of history vibes. Go there on sunset for an amazing experience

Pericles Papamichalis

One of the most beautiful spots on earth to watch a sunset ! Remember that’s an archaeological site and always closes officially exactly on sunset , whatever the sunset time is set that day.

Matteo Penzo

You are gonna pay 10 euro just to watch the sunset . Ruins are not that interesting and very crowded . So go here only if you are certainly the sunset is going to be amazing (my, wasn’t).

Visit Greece

Ideal place for a day trip! Wonder around the historic site and enjoy amazing views over the Aegean! There is a nice cafe next to the temple

Visit Greece

An impressive monument . The Temple of Poseidon was the last piece of the ancient Athenians’ homeland every time they sailed into the Aegean. Read more

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The Temple of Poseidon , god of the sea as is written by Greek Mythology. Standing atop you will see a beautiful view and stiff cliffs overlooking the Aegean Sea .

N R

You’re coming to the edge of land and in front of you is just wonderful sea and behind great temple . I could stay here forever!

ΓΕΡΟΣ

Crystal blue sky and sea! Culture and history! One of the most representative places in Greece . Don't miss it.

Zaph Beeble

What's there to say? Bring a date here for an unforgettable, romantic sunset . Plenty of choices nearby for drinks and food afterwards.

Lenia Kioumi

The ticket is too expensive for the site, but you can enjoy the view for the cafe place nearby! Definitely worth a visit!

David Marks

Worth the trip. Stunning views overlooking the ocean. Go near sunset for a truly magical experience.

Dilara Sultan

Poseidon at Sounion is one of the most important sancturaries in Greece . First mentioned in the Odyssey & has even been visited by Menelaos. Belly dancers will really appreciate its sacred energy.

Glauco

ONE of The best sunsets in The world... Where ancient history and wild nature meets in an explosion of red and orange !

Dino Mavridis

2,500-year-old marbles , wonderful view of the Aegean Sea , nice but pricey coffee shop right under the temple .

David Alexander

There is a metro bus you can catch here from the city . Annonisos is a great beach to cool off afterwards.

John Moutsopoulos

One of the places to be in Attica ! Not to be missed! You'll be speechless...

Yiannis V.

Splendid site especially on a cloudy autumn day. Do not miss the two centuries old graffittis by various travelers on the marbles . Try to spot the one by Lord Byron!

Axel C

In summer the visit hours are until 8 pm

Jenny Siouti

Amazing scenic view !

Ariane Burgueño

Really pretty view ... the 8 Euro entrance is a joke though...

Ahmed Shaariq Nizar

Go late in the afternoon The sunset and twilight falling on the temple is amazing.

N R

I’ve never seen beautiful place such as this one!

BY theway

Amazing view . Great for sunset

Iason Papageorgiou

I had to learn a new word to describe this amazing place: Picturesque

Andre Gon

€8 entrance is worth it to visit once

Ariadni Markouizou

God of the sea just next to the sea. Mesmerizing

Sheik Yerbutti

The glory and splendor of ancient Greece . An unmissable landmark

Paschalis Kosmas

Great destination for your Saturday moto-ride ..

Lida

Scenic view , the Aegean see

stefi????

Pay a visit there at around 8pm in the summer,the view is breath-taking...

@popgloss

Beautiful!

Mimis Simos

Expensive coffee , but the view is simply amazing.

Charis Tsevis

A magic place for thousands of years.

Maria X

Wonderful ruins with nice sunset , great view , good atmosphere!

Ahmet Douas

Beautiful sunsets

Sakis Trelamenos

A must for every turist

Alexandros Lunzi

Great views

Anton Alexandrov

Beautiful place

Stefanos Kavallierakis

Magic... The best view in Athens..

Viktoria Labygina

Have to see

Ana Victoria Urrea Ortíz

Great view of the Ionic Sea!

Trisevgeni

Must and amazing ..

Fotis Tsi

Best place in Attica / Athens

Michael Anthony

The view obvi

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Positive feedback from my first visit! Fresh sea food starters and fresh fish at rich portions (try steamed mussels) Great location by Sounio with Magnificent view of Poseidon temple ! - Vassilis Ts

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