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In ancient times, Tinos was one of the most important religious centers, contemporary to that of Delos. In the 5th century BC it became famous as a center of worship of Poseidon, who, besides as the sea god, was also worshiped as a healer. In the 3rd century BC the temple was reconstructed and expanded. At the same time the worship of Amfitriti, wife of Poseidon and patron of feminine fertility, was introduced.

Devotees would come to the temple for three main reasons:
Travelers to remote destinations rushed to propitiate Poseidon to ensure a fair wind during the journey.
The temple of Poseidon was considered equal to that of Asklepios in Epidaurus. Patients begged Poseidon to heal them. They participated in rituals and followed treatments given by the priests of the temple.
Tinos was the antechamber of the pilgrims to Delos. Pilgrims had to purify themselves in the baths of Poseidon in order to arrive immaculate to Delos.
In the mid-1st century BC the temple starts to decline and in the 3rd century AD it was abandoned, due to the problems of the Roman Empire and the invasions of the Heruli.
Today you can see parts of the foundations of the temples, the guesthouse and the bath, and a platform. Among the findings there are several sculptures and decorations of the temple which testify its glory.
In the area extensive works have taken place. In order to protect the ancient ruins, visitors move in corridors and wooden bridges.

Opening Hours: 

Monday: Closed

Tuesday: 08:30am - 15:00pm

Wednesday: 08:30am - 15:00pm

Thursday: 08:30am - 15:00pm

Friday: 08:30am - 15:00pm

Saturday: 08:30am - 15:00pm

Sunday: 08:30am - 15:00pm

Entrance Fee: 2 Euro, Concessionary: 1 Euro