Travel: Sounio and the Temple of Poseidon

On the first Sunday of every month during the slow season in Athens, all of the ruin sites have free admission. I finally got a chance to take advantage of it yesterday by visiting the archaeological site of Sounio in the southern tip of the Attica peninsula, about a 45 minute drive from Athens. If you're visiting Athens and looking for a nice day trip, this would be a great pick. After the ruins, stop in Lavrio for some fresh seafood and a glass or two of ouzo.

The area was home to a large naval port, small city, and temples devoted to Poseidon and Athena in ancient times. Some remains from the city and Athena's temple can still be seen, but the most impressive structure is definitely the Temple of Poseidon. Situated on top of a hill with the sea in the background, its one of the most impressive ruin sites in the Attica region.

I decided to finally take my real digital camera out again (Canon 5D) and managed to snap a few decent pictures before my camera ran into a problem with the mirror coming loose. So these will be the last photos I'm able to take with the 5D until I can find a good local repair shop. Luckily I'm pretty happy with some of them. Plus, a bonus rare picture of me courtesy of the husband :)

The day was rather rainy and quite dark and overcast, making for rather moody photos. I think I'm going to try and make it back on the next free day for some sunset photos!

Hope you enjoy!

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