Forgotten History
Aglaureion
Athens Municipality, Greece
The Aglaureion (Greek: Αγλαύρειο), or the Sanctuary of Aglauros, was an ancient sanctuary located in the Acropolis in Athens, Greece. It was dedicated to Aglauros, a Greek mythological figure who was the daughter of King Cecrops and the sister of Erysichthon, Pandrosus, and Herse. The sanctuary was believed to be the site where Aglauros had sacrificed herself to protect the city from invasion.
- Category
- Forgotten History
- Location
- Athens Municipality, Greece
- Coordinates
- 37.97167, 23.72861
- How to get there
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- Wikidata
- Q394211
What is Aglaureion?
Aglaureion is a Forgotten History place on VeroMaps. Other places close by: Erechtheion, Old Temple of Athena, Arrephorion, Chalkotheke.
Where is Aglaureion?
Aglaureion is in Athens Municipality, Greece. Coordinates: 37.97167, 23.72861.
How do I get to Aglaureion?
Aglaureion is at Athens Municipality, Greece (37.97167, 23.72861). Enter these coordinates in Google Maps, Apple Maps or OpenStreetMap for walking, cycling or driving directions.