Ruins · Italy · Sicily

Valley of the Temples

Ancient Greek temples in a ridge near Agrigento.

UNESCO World Heritage Paid entry about 3 h

For storytellers

Why Valley of the Temples matters

Doric temples stand along a ridge above the sea, some almost fully preserved. Visit at sunset when the stone glows golden. A museum and garden are included. Walk the ridge from one temple to the next and imagine the Greek city that once spread across these hills.

Talking points

  • Greek temples.
  • Best at sunset.
  • A UNESCO site.
  • Large site; walk with water.

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