# Sanctuary of Poseidon at Posidi

> ## Sanctuary of Poseidon at Posidi At the cape **Posidi**, on the western edge of **Kassandra**, next to the sandy tongue that enters the sea, lies one of the most important sanctuaries of Halkidiki: the **sanctuary of Poseidon**, considered the **oldest known sanctuary of the god** in the Greek wor

## Quick facts

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Location | Ποσείδι, Κασσάνδρα |
| Area | kassandra |
| Category | historical |
| Price range | Free |
| Duration | 1h |
| Rating | — |
| Coordinates | 39.9575, 23.3733 |

## Tags

- history
- archaeology
- free
- sunset
- lighthouse

## Description

## Sanctuary of Poseidon at Posidi
At the cape **Posidi**, on the western edge of **Kassandra**, next to the sandy tongue that enters the sea, lies one of the most important sanctuaries of Halkidiki: the **sanctuary of Poseidon**, considered the **oldest known sanctuary of the god** in the Greek world. The area belonged to the territory of ancient **Mendi**, a city famous in antiquity for its wine.
### History and findings
Excavations revealed successive phases of worship spanning over half a millennium:
- The **oldest structure** dates back to the **Geometric period (11th-10th century BC)**
- Other buildings of the sanctuary belong to the **7th-6th century BC**
- The main temple, the cella, dates to the **5th century BC**
The continuous use of the site for so many centuries shows how important the sanctuary was for sailors passing through the Thermaic Gulf.
### What you will see
- The **foundations of the sanctuary** right next to the wave
- The characteristic **lighthouse of Posidi**, a landmark of the cape
- The famous **sandy tongue** with sea on both sides
- One of the most beautiful **sunsets** in Halkidiki
### Practical information
- Access to the site is **free**
- Go in the late afternoon: combine the sanctuary, the lighthouse, and the sunset
- Nearby there are organized beaches and taverns with fresh fish
- It can be combined with **Kalandra**, **Nea Skioni**, and **Afitos**

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Source: <https://chalkidikihub.gr/en/activities/temple-of-poseidon-posidi>
Type: TouristAttraction · Halkidiki, Greece