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Isthmia Attractions

The village of Isthmía, to the south of the eastern end of the Corinth Canal, is of interest for the remains of the ancient sanctuary of Poseidon (1km/.75mi south of the canal), which were excavated by American archeologists from 1952 onwards. This was the scene of the Isthmian Games, held every second year from 582 B.C. onwards, in which the victor's prize was a wreath of wild celery or spruce.
Archaeological Museum
The Archaeological Museum of Isthmia displays artifacts from the sanctuary of Poseidon, Palaimon, and the Hellenistic settlement at Rachi. Also contained in the museum are finds from the Isthmia area and the ancient harbor of Cenchreai.
Address
Archaeological Museum of Isthmia
20010 Isthmía
Greece
Hours
MonTueWedThuFriSatSun
Open8:308:308:308:308:308:308:30
Close15:0015:0015:0015:0015:0015:0015:00
Tips
Admission is free on Sundays between November and March.
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