Palace of Odysseus

Ithaki, Greece

Palace of Odysseus in Ithaki (Ithaca) island was built probably around 1300 BCE. The Greek archaeologists have claimed that the palace was the home of Odysseus, the famous hero of Homer’s epic poem. The complex also features and a well from the 8th century BC, roughly the period in which Odysseus is believed to have been king of Ithaca.

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Ithaki, Greece
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Founded: 1300 BCE
Category: Prehistoric and archaeological sites in Greece

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Paula Sandulache (3 months ago)
The trail is quite hard to find. Loads of spiders and lizards and grass covers most of the ruins. Also there is a good portion of road where you can barely fit a car.
Marion Hoffmann (4 months ago)
Incredibly moving - whether or not the ruins are indeed those of Odysseus' palace (which seems to be still disputed). You just walk in, no entrance fees, and all of a sudden you are swallowed up in ancient history. The energy of this place is powerful!
Dana Enache (13 months ago)
At the time of our visit, Sunday noon, both gates to the archaeological site were open. However there is no information anywhere regarding the ruins, I assume because there is no consensus yet in the scientific community. The views over the northern part of Ithaca are impressive. Some buildings appear to be mich more recent, medieval perhaps. Use your imagination and picture Penelope somewhere waiting for her husband.
Owen (2 years ago)
Getting into the palace was a struggle and slightly confusing. The gate connected to the 6 foot tall fence is locked. The easiest entrance is before you get to the fence area. There is a thin wooden stick sign and some steps, what take you up to a hole in the fence.
Adrian Jelfs (2 years ago)
Just climb in and enjoy
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