Temple of Apollo Epicurius

States
Greece
Category
Cultural
Year
1986
Location
Prefectures of Messenia, Arcadia, and Ilia in the Western Peloponnese
Region
Europe & North America
Coordinates
37.43498, 21.89694
Last Visited
2027
UNESCO ID
392
WH Site
392
Temple of Apollo Epicurius

The Temple of Apollo Epicurius, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Greece, is an ancient Greek temple renowned for its well-preserved architecture and historical significance. Built in the 5th century BCE, it is attributed to Iktinos, the architect of the Parthenon, and features a unique blend of Doric, Ionic, and Corinthian styles. Dedicated to Apollo, the god of healing, it served as a sanctuary for worship and medical relief. Its innovative design includes an early use of interior columns and a north-south orientation, unusual for Greek temples. Today, it stands as a testament to ancient engineering and cultural heritage, protected under a modern canopy.

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