Fountain of Cyane
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Outside the conurbation of the city, on the west side of the Porto Grande harbor, lie two completely contrasting ancient sites, both of great interest - the Spring of Cyane and the Temple of Zeus.
The Spring of Cyane, Fonte Ciane, 7km/4.5mi southwest of the city center, can be reached either by boat from Foro Italico or by car; first take the road southwest to Canicattini Bagni for nearly 4km/2.5mi and then follow the signs to the left.
The Spring of Cyane, Fonte Ciane, 7km/4.5mi southwest of the city center, can be reached either by boat from Foro Italico or by car; first take the road southwest to Canicattini Bagni for nearly 4km/2.5mi and then follow the signs to the left.
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The pond formed by the spring, well-stocked with fish, is the source of the Ciane River, which is only 6km/4mi long. Surrounded by wild papyrus beds it is a very peaceful place, where the visitor can perhaps experience something of the atmosphere of an ancient natural sanctuary.
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