The Sanctuary of Poseidon at Ismia

The Sanctuary of Poseidon at Ismia is one of the earliest post-mycenaean cult places, so far identified in the Greek world. The dominant activity seems to have been sacrifices followed by extensive feasting and drinking. In contrast to Olympia or Delphi, it attracted few dedications of precious metals, such as tripods,. There was less of an emphasis on aristocratic display in the votive practice.