Anaktoron, Archaeological site in Sortino, Italy.

The Anaktoron is a megalithic building on the Pantalica plateau in Sortino, measuring 37.5 by 11.5 metres, with several rectangular rooms in imitation of Mycenaean palaces. Only the foundation blocks of large stones remain. The doors opened outward, suggesting the structure may have served as a storehouse or treasury rather than a residence.

The Anaktoron was built in the first phase of Pantalica, in the 12th–11th century BC, and only its foundation blocks remain. Paolo Orsi argued that the Siculi, who lived in huts of perishable material, could not have raised such stonework, and attributed it to Mycenaean craftsmen. After a period of abandonment it was reused in Byzantine times, when the perimeter wall was reinforced with lime and a cement floor laid; a fire, perhaps linked to the Arab arrival, ended its use.

The building displays Mycenaean features in its construction, with large stones fitted together without mortar in a technique common to ancient builders across the region. This method shaped how many structures here were built and how they appear today.

Visitors should wear sturdy walking shoes and bring water, as the terrain is uneven and exploration involves climbing several flights of stairs. Weather can affect conditions, so wearing appropriate clothing and allowing enough time for your visit is wise.

Inside the building, bronze weapons and a foundry were found, suggesting the resident prince held a privilege to cast metal. The doors opened outward, which also points to the structure serving as a storehouse or treasury rather than a residence.