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Agrigento's Valley of the Temples
A visitor's guide

 

Thanks to the many Sicilians who, every day and in every way, prove the cliched and often downright insulting stereotypes of their island untrue.Naming names.. thanks to.. the wonderful Michele Gallo, who made the ancient world come to life with his knowledge, wit and fortitute on one of the hottest days of the year....

Lonely Planet Sicily 2002

Hercules temple lit up

The Temple of Herakles
lit up at night

 

 



 

 

 

Agrigento: illuminated Valley of the Temples tour

 

Guided visit of the temples at sunset and lit up at night

The Archeological and landscape park of the Valley of the Temples in Agrigento, Sicily, is regarded as one of the archeological sites most representative of Greek classical civilization. Along a rocky scarp, chosen as the southern limit
of the town, are still sited the great temples of ancient Akragas. As of June 25, 2009 the site re-opens from 19:30 to 21:30.

This group tour of the Hill of the Temples is operated every day from June 25 to September 13, 2009. The visit takes place in the evening and at night: it offers a unique opportunity to see the Temples first illuminated by the colors of the sunset and then by the spotlights. Walk along the Via Sacra in the company of an expert tour guide who will entertain and educate as you stop by the Doric temples lit up: the Temple of Herakles (Hercules), the Temple of Concordia and the Temple of Hera (Juno). Discover the secrets behind their construction, gain insight into the civilization that produced them and get to know the personages that made ancient Akragas "the most beautiful of mortal cities".

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Tour type: private tour with an English speaking licensed guide.

Time duration: 1 hour

Price: the guiding fee is Euro 10 per person. Transportation from hotel/ accommodation can be provided on demand and can be paid directly to the bus company.

Departure time: on demand. See opening times of the illuminayed site

Meeting place: Posto di ristoro (parking in front of the Temple of Ercole

Bookings: call +39.360397930 or email info@sicilytravel.net

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