Sanctuary of Pandion, Greek sanctuary in Acropolis, Athens, Greece.
The rectangular open-air sanctuary measures 40 meters by 17 meters, featuring a dividing wall that separates the structure into two equal sections.
Excavations between 1865 and 1874 for the Old Acropolis Museum revealed the remains of this sanctuary dating from the later 5th century BCE.
The sanctuary served as a heroon dedicated to Pandion, a legendary king connected to the Attic tribe of Pandionis in ancient Athens.
The entrance to the sanctuary is positioned through a projecting portico on the western side of the structure, facing west-northwest.
The walls of the sanctuary were constructed too thin to support a roof, indicating its intentional design as an open-air religious space.
Location: Athens
Location: Attica Region
Location: Athens Municipality
Part of: Acropolis of Athens
GPS coordinates: 37.97140,23.72800
Latest update: March 2, 2025 22:12
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