Dion, Pieria

Dion, Pieria
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Also known as: Dio, Dío i Piería, Dion, Dion (Dorf), Dion (Griekenland), Dion (Hellas), Dion (Macedonia Centrale), Dion (Macedonia Środkowa), Dion Olympos, Dium, Δίο, Δίον

Dion is an archaeological site at the foot of Mount Olympus in Pieria, Greece, 17 km from Katerini [1] [2]. It was home to a major ancient Macedonian sanctuary dedicated to Zeus, featuring a large temple complex now preserved in the Archaeological Park of Dion [1]. The Archaeological Museum displays artifacts uncovered at the site [3]. Dion served as a sacred center for the Macedonian kingdom, hosting religious festivals and royal ceremonies [1] [2].

TypeCity/town/settlement
Period1500 - 500 BC
CountryGreece
Coordinates40.1669° N, 22.4833° E

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