* The legendary Cape Sounion and the Temple of Poseidon. Greece has long been famous for many monuments and legendary places that have left an unforgettable imprint on the history of this amazing country. Among the memorable places is Cape Sounion with a temple to the god of the sea Poseidon built on top. Sunio is a rocky cape, the southernmost point of Attica. It was the first thing seen by sailors who sailed from the Cyclades or Asia Minor to Piraeus. The Temple of Poseidon in Sounio radiates a special energy and has always held a special place in the hearts of the guests of Athens. Built at the same time as the Parthenon, during the Golden Age of Pericles, it was not just a place of worship for the god of the sea (inside the temple, right in the center, stood an impressive statue of Poseidon with a height of more than 6 meters). Less than an hour's drive from Athens (by car), the Temple of Poseidon continues to be a center of attraction for visitors who, in addition to archaeological excavations, enjoy the nearby beach. Tourists are advised to visit the cape in the evening closer to sunset. Sunio is known for its charming sunset. Here you will enjoy, by all accounts, the most beautiful sunset in Attica. Its impressive purplish-red hues give the temple of Poseidon a divine glow. The sea acquires unique shades and looks more mysterious than ever. The archaic period is how the architecture of the temple can be described. Instead of twenty columns, only sixteen were built. The remains of a frieze have been preserved on the south side of the temple, which can be seen even today. The frieze depicts Theseus and centaurs fighting. The east side is decorated with an Ionic frieze, or all that remains of it (thirteen marble slabs). The ancient masters depicted scenes from the life of Theseus on the frieze. On the way to Cape Sounion, stop at Radon Lake for swimming.