Scholars favor the placement of Agathyrna near Capo d'Orlando or Sant'Agata di Militello. However, in the past Agathyrna's situation had been much disputed, on account of the great discrepancy between the ancient authorities just cited. Strabo places it 30 Roman miles from Tyndaris, and the same distance from Alaesa.
Scholars typically place Agathyrna near Capo d'Orlando or Sant'Agata di Militello. Historically, its location has been a point of contention among ancient authorities due to significant discrepancies in their accounts. Strabo places it 30 Roman miles from both Tyndaris and Alaesa.