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Temple of Aphaia
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Ελενη
September 27, 2022
You must visit the temple of Afaia.The Temple of Aphaia (Greek: Ναός Αφαίας) or Afea[1] is located within a sanctuary complex dedicated to the goddess Aphaia on the Greek island of Aigina, which lies in the Saronic Gulf. Formerly known as the Temple of Jupiter Panhellenius, the great Doric temple is now recognized as dedicated to the mother-goddess Aphaia. It was a favourite of the Neoclassical and Romantic artists such as J. M. W. Turner. It stands on a c. 160 m peak on the eastern side of the island approximately 13 km east by road from the main port.[2]
You must visit the temple of Afaia.The Temple of Aphaia (Greek: Ναός Αφαίας) or Afea[1] is located within a sanctuary complex dedicated to the goddess Aphaia on the Greek island of Aigina, which lies in the Saronic Gulf. Formerly known as the Temple of Jupiter Panhellenius, the great Doric temple is…
Daphne
March 8, 2021
An absolute "must see" for a complete Greek experience. A Doric temple in a spectacular setting.
Maro & Lambros
December 11, 2019
Aphaia Temple The Temple of Aphaia / Afea/ Aphaea, "Aegina's Parthenon" is arguably the jewel in the crown of Aegina island. Whether or not you are especially interested in history and archaeology, failure to visit this outstanding monument would be a great pity. It is a stunning example of ancient architecture set in a beautiful natural forested area with sensational views across the island to the sea.
Aphaia Temple The Temple of Aphaia / Afea/ Aphaea, "Aegina's Parthenon" is arguably the jewel in the crown of Aegina island. Whether or not you are especially interested in history and archaeology, failure to visit this outstanding monument would be a great pity. It is a stunning example of anc…
Παντελής Δήμητρα
September 17, 2019
It is one of the most important archaeological sites in Greece
Maria
August 9, 2018
Temple of Afaia is situated right in the middle of the island, on the height of some 160 m on the hill among finest pristine pine-tree woods and beautiful nature. Temple can be seen from a long distance, a shining white columned building embedded in greens. Temple was built in ca 500 BC to the goddess Afaia, who was venerated only here. There is small admission fee for this site, which includes also admission to Museum on site. The whole area is not very large, so can be explored in some one hour. Visit to museum is also interesting as it shows a lots of artefacts from the site, as well as models of the Sanctuary showing different periods of time, and explains sculpture decorations of the Te
Temple of Afaia is situated right in the middle of the island, on the height of some 160 m on the hill among finest pristine pine-tree woods and beautiful nature. Temple can be seen from a long distance, a shining white columned building embedded in greens. Temple was built in ca 500 BC to the godde…
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