Aigina Collection

Church of Agios Nikolaos. Aegina. Greece
Greece. Aegina. Church of Agios Nikolaos. Exterior. Aegina Island

The Temple of Aphaia - Aigina, Greece
The Temple of Aphaia or Afea is located within a sanctuary complex dedicated to the goddess Aphaia on the Greek island of Aigina, which lies in the Saronic Gulf

Longitudinal section of the Temple of Jupiter at Aegina (323-27 BC) (colour litho)
STC221889 Longitudinal section of the Temple of Jupiter at Aegina (323-27 BC) (colour litho) by Daumont (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

Facade of the Temple of Jupiter at Aegina (323-27 BC) (colour litho)
STC221888 Facade of the Temple of Jupiter at Aegina (323-27 BC) (colour litho) by Daumont (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info)

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Temple of Aphaia at Aigina

Model of the Temple of Aphaia. Aegina. Greece
Model of the Temple of Aphaia. 6th-5th centuries BC. Aegina Island, Greece. Wood. Glyptothek Museum. Munich. Germany

19th century reconstruction of the Aegina West Pediment. Tem
Aegina West Pediment. Sanctuary of Aphaia, Aegina Island, Greece. Reconstruction by Bertel Thorvaldsen (1770-1884). 19th century. Athena and warriors. Glyptothek Museum. Munich. Germany

Head of the trojan helper. East Pediments Group of the Temp
East Pediments Group of the Temple of Aegina, depicting Heracles against Troy. Detail of the head of a trojan helper. Around 480 BC. Glyptothek Museum. Munich, Germany

Head of an sphinx. East Pediments Group of the Temple of Ae
East Pediments Group of the Temple of Aegina, depicting Heracles against Troy. Detail of the head of a sphinx of the roof. Around 480 BC. Glyptothek Museum. Munich. Germany

Head of an archer. East Pediments Group of the Temple of Ae
East Pediments Group of the Temple of Aegina, depicting Heracles against Troy. Detail of the head of an archer. Around 480 BC. Glyptothek Museum. Munich. Germany

East Pediments Group of the Temple of Aegina. Ca. 490 BC. D
East Pediments Group of the Temple of Aegina. Ca. 490 BC. First battle of Greeks and Trojans. Goddess Athena, center, opponent, helper and a fighting warrior. Glyptothek Museum. Munich. Germany

Central coronation of the west pediment of the Temple of Aeg
Ridge decoration of the west pediment of the Temple of Aegina. Two women and a large palmette and tendrils ornament. Ca. 500 BC. Glyptothek Museum. Munich. Germany

Shield of a trojan warrior. Temple of Aphaia. Aegina. Greece
West Pediment. Temple of Aphaia, Aegina. Shield of a trojan warrior. The emblem on the shield is a boar. Glyptothek Museum. Munich. Germany

Temple on Aegina. Doric capital from the cella of the temple
Greek art. Aphaia Temple on Aegina. Doric capital from the inner room (cella) of the temple. Glyptothek. Munich. Germany

Aphaea Temple. Greece
Aphaea Temple. 6th - 5th centuries BC. Foundations. Island of Aegina. Saronic Islands. Greece

Temple of Aphaia. Greece
Greece. Aegina Island. Temple of Aphaia (5th-6th centuries B.C.). Doric colonnade

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Aigina, a Greek island located in the Saronic Gulf, is home to numerous historical and architectural wonders. One of its notable landmarks is the Church of Agios Nikolaos, a beautiful place of worship that stands as a testament to the island's rich religious heritage. Another must-visit site on the Temple of Aphaia. This ancient temple showcases exquisite craftsmanship and offers breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. Its 19th-century reconstruction allows visitors to appreciate its grandeur and understand its significance in Greek history. For those interested in archaeology, it also boasts remarkable artifacts such as the 19th-century reconstruction of the Aegina West Pediment. This intricate piece provides insight into ancient storytelling through art. The Temple of Jupiter at Aegina further adds to this island's allure with its impressive longitudinal section and facade. These remnants from centuries ago serve as reminders of Greece's glorious past. Exploring deeper into archaeological finds, one can marvel at various sculptures like the head of Trojan helper or an archer found within East Pediments Group. Each intricately carved piece tells stories from different eras, providing glimpses into ancient life on this captivating island. To gain a better understanding of these historical structures, one can visit museums showcasing models like that depicting the Temple of Aphaia - allowing visitors to visualize how it once stood proudly on this sacred land. The central coronation depicted on the west pediment reveals scenes from mythology while highlighting artistic brilliance prevalent during that time period. Lastly, for those fascinated by weaponry used in ancient times, shield exhibits like that belonging to a Trojan warrior offer insights into military strategies employed by civilizations long gone but not forgotten. Visiting Aigina means immersing oneself in Greece's vibrant history and culture. From awe-inspiring temples to meticulously crafted sculptures and artifacts dating back centuries ago – there are countless treasures waiting to be discovered on this enchanting island.