🌅 Cape Sounion & Temple of Poseidon Cape Sounion has long played an important role in Greek mythology and history, with the first recorded mention in the Odyssey as the last safe landing before Poseidon scattered the returning Greek fleet. As god of the sea, Poseidon was hugely important to the ancient Greeks, and the impressive scale of the Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion reflects this significance.
• Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion.
• Cape Sounion has long played an important role in Greek mythology and history, and the first recorded mention of it is in the Odyssey, as the last safe landing before Poseidon scattered the returning Greek fleet. As the god of the sea, Poseidon was extremely important to the Greeks, and the size of the Temple at Cape Sounion reflects this.
• Tours of Cape Sounion have attracted notable visitors in the past, and the name of the Romantic poet Byron is carved on one of the temple’s pillars. After some time to explore the Temple and its surroundings, the tour continues towards the port of Piraeus.
• The route to Cape Sounion follows the beautiful Athenian Riviera. On the way, there is a stop at the Natural Lake of Vouliagmeni before continuing along the coast to reach the Temple of Poseidon at Cape Sounion.
• Visiting in the afternoon is highly recommended, as you will also enjoy a spectacular view of the sunset over the sea.
⭐ Why Choose This Tour?
- Temple of Poseidon – one of Greece’s most impressive ancient seaside temples
- Cape Sounion – a legendary headland steeped in Greek mythology and Homeric history
- English-speaking professional driver
- Sunset view over the Aegean – one of the most iconic sunsets near Athens
- Coastal route along the Athenian Riviera with scenic seaside stops
- Half-day format ideal for time-limited travelers
- Afternoon departure available to enjoy the famous sunset at Cape Sounion
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