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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
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The Temple
of Herakles
lit up at night
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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 July 1, 2010 the site re-opens from 19:30 to 21:30.
(Saturdays and Sundays 19:30 to 23:30). Entrance to the site lit up at night only from the Temple of Juno (Tempio di Giunone) ticket office, Via Panoramica dei Templi | | | | |
This
group tour of the Hill of the Temples is operated every day from July 1 to September
13, 2010. 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 Hera (Juno), the Temple of Concordia
and the Temple
of Herakles (Hercules). 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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