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ARCHAEOLOGY

Tinos, during ancient times, was one of the most important religious centres at the same time as that of Delos.

During the 5th century B.C. it was flourishing as a centre of worship of Poseidon, who was also worshipped as a healer apart from being the god of the sea.

During the 3rd century B.C. the reconstruction and expansion of the temple took place, where the worship of Amfitriti, wife of Poseidon and patron of feminine fertility, was also established.

Today one can see parts of the foundations of the two temples, the guest house, the bath, as well as a platform. Among the findings we can see various sculptures and decorations of the temple, which bear witness to its magnificence.