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Heraion of Argos
The Heraion of Argos was a sanctuary dedicated to the goddess Hera located within Hera's Watch, east of Argos in Argolis, Greece.
History[]
Founded in the 9th century BCE on a hillside, the sanctuary housed one of the oldest temples dedicated to the goddess. In 423 BCE it was burned down by a priestess of Hera living in the sanctuary, Chrysis.[1]
During the Peloponnesian War, the sanctuary was visited by the Spartan misthios Kassandra.[2]
Gallery[]
The Heraion at dusk
The ruins in the sanctuary
Appearances[]
References[]
- ↑ Assassin's Creed: Odyssey – Argolis: Heraion of Argos
- ↑ Assassin's Creed: Odyssey