Altar of Hieron, Ancient altar in Syracuse, Italy.
The Altar of Hieron stands at 11 meters high and extends 196 meters in length, featuring narrow stairways with telamones at each end of the front.
The structure dates back to 269-215 BC during the Hellenistic period, built under the direction of Hieron II as part of an extensive construction program in Syracuse.
According to historian Diodorus, the altar accommodated simultaneous sacrifices of 450 oxen during the annual feast dedicated to Zeus Eleutherios in ancient times.
The archaeological site sits south of the ancient theater in Syracuse, near the nymphaeum, forming part of the historical complex open to visitors.
The altar's foundation contains an 18-meter deep natural grotto that held votive offerings predating the structure's construction, indicating earlier sacred activities.
Location: Syracuse
GPS coordinates: 37.07440,15.27723
Latest update: May 17, 2025 10:26
Ear of Dionysius
222 m
Greek Theatre of Syracuse
274 m
Madonna delle Lacrime Sanctuary
716 m
Neapolis
82 m
Temple of Apollo
1.8 km
Roman amphitheatre of Syracuse
354 m
Santa Lucia al Sepolcro sanctuary
1.3 km
Museo archeologico regionale Paolo Orsi
835 m
Latomia dei Cappuccini
1.7 km
Catacombs in Syracuse
792 m
Venus Landolina
823 m
San Giovanni Evangelista
689 m
Tomba di Archimede
564 m
Grotta del Ninfeo
325 m
Monumento ai Caduti italiani d'Africa
1.8 km
Foro Siracusano
1 km
Via dei Sepolcri
370 m
Gymnasium
856 m
Old market
1.8 km
Terme di Dafne
1.2 km
San Nicolò dei cordari
149 m
Porta Ligny (Syracuse)
1.7 km
Arco augusteo, Siracusa
265 m
San Paolo Apostolo, Siracusa
1.9 km
Archaic Greek theatre (Syracuse)
336 m
Statue of Archimedes
1.6 km
Reimann's Villa
615 m
Necropoli Santa Panagia
1.3 kmReviews
Visited this place? Tap the stars to rate it and share your experience / photos with the community! Try now! You can cancel it anytime.
Discover hidden gems everywhere you go!
From secret cafés to breathtaking viewpoints, skip the crowded tourist spots and find places that match your style. Our app makes it easy with voice search, smart filtering, route optimization, and insider tips from travelers worldwide. Download now for the complete mobile experience.
A unique approach to discovering new places❞
— Le Figaro
All the places worth exploring❞
— France Info
A tailor-made excursion in just a few clicks❞
— 20 Minutes