📖 23/01/2026· Blog
The mythology of Sikyonia
The land of Sikyonia is full of myths — from the labours of Heracles to the artists of Ancient Sikyon.
The Stymphalian birds
At Lake Stymphalia, Heracles faced the Stymphalian birds — his sixth labour. Today the lake is a protected wetland.
Glorious Sikyon
Ancient Sikyon was renowned for its painting and sculpture, giving the world great artists of antiquity.
Walk in the footsteps of myth with our map.
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