Ancient Greece - Peloponnesian War

Ortygia was the original site of Syracuse, serving as its political and religious heart. It hosted significant decisions about the war and alliances, with leaders like Hermocrates and Gylippus planning military strategies amidst its sacred grounds.

A scenic view of Ortygia's rocky coastline with majestic cliffs, adorned by the towering columns of the Temple of Apollo bathed in golden sunlight, and the lush greenery surrounding the Sanctuary of Artemis, contrasted by the sparkling blue waters of the surrounding sea.