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The Greek City of SelinunteSet above the sparkling Mediterranean, the story of Magana Graecia is told here in this truly rare and magnificent spot. Looming high on a promontory the large settlement known as Selinus is the westernmost reaches of Greece’s ancient dynasty. Taking a little time, you soon realise that this is one of Europe’s most important archaeological sites, and houses one of the largest temples in the world today. In the first Punic wars the Carthaginians reduced the city to rubble, however founded in 628 BC Selinunte enjoyed centuries of wealth and prosperity brought on by the Greeks strategic point on the south Mediterranean. Eventually abandoned altogether the city stood gracefully for centuries as a reminder of its past grandeur. Modern day Selinus sits under a piercing blue sky and plays host to many admiring onlookers who sit on there weathered stones unaware of the great history that befell this city. The sophisticated fortifications can still be seen today and if you swim out from the near by beach you are rewarded with a unique view of the Acropolis. The Greeks were good architects and understood the rules of proportion to ensure the harmony of the finished structure into the surrounding landscape. Over the centuries the columns have become ever increasingly slender but the enormity of this construction still boggles the traveller into wondering just how they created such a magnificent city without the use of modern day building techniques. These places although not the easiest to access, are giving the traveller an insight into the amazing histories of Sicily, the Mediterranean and the people that have lived and died under its sky, so if you want to really get to grips with the island then these amazing sites should be on your agenda. |
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