Sanctuary of Messon, Greek sanctuary in Mesa, Lesbos, Greece
The archaeological complex contains an Ionic temple measuring 41.55 by 23.78 meters with eight marble columns surrounding the central structure.
Robert Johann Koldewey conducted initial excavations of the sanctuary during December 1885 and January 1886, documenting the temple remains.
The temple served as a religious center dedicated to three deities: Zeus as God of Suppliants, Dionysus as Omastes, and an Aeolian Mother goddess.
The archaeological site operates daily except Mondays, featuring both the temple grounds and a museum displaying architectural fragments from the structure.
The temple introduces the first application of a pseudo-dipteral floor plan in Ionic architecture, dating from the late 4th century BC.
Location: West Lesvos Municipality
GPS coordinates: 39.19663,26.30318
Latest update: March 6, 2025 13:56
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