Sicyon (/ ˈsɪʃiˌɒn, ˈsɪs -/; Greek: Σικυών; gen.: Σικυῶνος) or Sikyōn was an ancient Greek city state situated in the northern Peloponnesus between Corinth and Achaea on the territory of the present-day regional unit of Corinthia. The ruins lie just west of the modern village of Sikyona (previously Vasiliko).

Sicyon, ancient Greek city in the northern Peloponnese about 11 miles (18 km) northwest of Corinth. Inhabited in Mycenaean times and later invaded by Dorians, Sicyon was subject to Argos for several centuries.

Dec 7, 2024 · Sicyon, an ancient city-state located in the northeastern part of the Peloponnese peninsula in Greece, holds a remarkable place in history. Its rich tapestry weaves through various domains including political influence, cultural developments, and architectural advancements.

Sicyon, an ancient Greek city situated in the northern Peloponnesus between Corinth and Achaea. It was built on a low triangular plateau about 2 miles from the Corinthian Gulf. Between the city and its port lay a fertile plain with olive groves and orchards.

Sicyon, an ancient Greek city-state in northern Peloponnesus, was located between Corinth and Achaea. Initially a monarchy during the Trojan War, it saw various tyrants rule during the Archaic and Classical periods, transitioning to a democracy in the 3rd century BC.

Jul 27, 2007 · Also spelled Secyon, Modern Greek Sikión, an ancient Greek city in the northern Peloponnese about 11 miles (18 km) northwest of Corinth. Inhabited in Mycenaean times and later invaded by Dorians, Sicyon was subject to Argos for several centuries.

Occupying a territory of more than 300 km2, Sicyon counts among the large-size cities of Ancient Greece, yet significantly smaller to neighbouring Corinth.

Ancient Sicyon is located on the mound of Vasiliko, a village 4 kilometers to the southeast of Kiato, head of the municipality of Sikyona. In antiquity it was bordered with Corinth to the east, with the Achaean Pellini to the west, and the Arcadian Fliounta and Stymfalos to the south.

Sicyon (sĬsh´ēŏn, sĬs´–), ancient city of Greece, in the Peloponnesus, NW of Corinth and 2 mi (3.2 km) S of the Gulf of Corinth. Sicyon was founded by Argos and attained its greatest power under the tyrant Cleisthenes in the 6th cent.

Sicyon or Sikyōn was an ancient Greek city state situated in the northern Peloponnesus between Corinth and Achaea on the territory of the present-day regional unit of Corinthia.