Altar of Hieron
Ara di Ierone
archaeological site in
Syracuse
#5 in Syracuse
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#628 in Italy
The Altar of Hieron, also known as the Great Altar of Hieron II, is an ancient monumental structure located in Syracuse, Italy. This massive altar dates back to the 3rd century BCE and was constructed during the reign of Hieron II. It was dedicated to Zeus Eleutherios and was used for large-scale public sacrifices, with the capacity to accommodate the slaughter of hundreds of animals at once. The altar, which measures approximately 198 meters in length and 22 meters in width, is one of the largest known altars from antiquity.
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