Valley of the Temples

Valley of the Temples

The monumental sacred ridge of ancient Akragas preserves a celebrated sequence of Greek temples, fortifications, tombs, and sanctuaries.

Photo: Cayambe · CC BY-SA 4.0

Country
Italy
Region
Sicily
Civilisation
Ancient Greek
Period
6th–5th centuries BCE
UNESCO
World Heritage

Through time

Prehistorybefore 3000 BCEBronze & Iron Age3000–800 BCEClassical800–323 BCEHellenistic & Roman323 BCE–400 CELate Antique & Medieval400–1500 CE

The story

Valley of the Temples can refer to: Valley of the Temples Valley of the Temples Memorial Park, Hawaii

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What you will see

  1. Temple of Concordia
  2. Temple of Juno
  3. Temple of Heracles

Before you go

  • Check opening hours and ticket rules shortly before your visit — they change seasonally.
  • Plan for the heat. Most ancient sites have little shade; go early or late.
  • Respect the barriers. Fragile surfaces are protected for the next visitors.

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