🏛️ Archaeological Area of Agrigento — Ancient City
Valley of the Temples, UNESCO World Heritage Site
📋 Fast Facts
- Founded 581 BC by Greek colonists from Gela and Rhodes
- Features seven major Doric temples, including the Temple of Concordia, one of the best-preserved Greek temples in the world
- Located on the southwestern coast of Sicily, Italy, near modern Agrigento
- UNESCO World Heritage Site recognized for outstanding universal value as an exceptional example of ancient Greek art and architecture
The Archaeological Area of Agrigento, also known as the Valley of the Temples, preserves the ruins of Akragas ...