Akragas Collection

Empedocles of Akragas, Greek philosopher
Empedocles of Akragas (fl. 444-443 BC), Ancient Greek pre-Socratic philosopher, doctor, statesman and priest, best known for originating the cosmogonic theory of the four classical elements

Aerial picture of the greek temple of Concordia, Akragas, Temples valley of Agrigento, UNESCO world heritage site, Agrigento, Sicily, Italy

Temple of Concord, Valley of the Temples, Agrigento, Sicily, Italy

Remains of the Temple of Heracles within the walls of old Agrigento, 1778. Creator: Louis Ducros
Remains of theTemple of Heracles within the walls of old Agrigento, 1778. Drawing from the album Voyage to Italy, Sicily and Malta

Statue at Temple of Concord, Valley of the Temples, Agrigento, Sicily, Italy

Italy. Sicily. Archaeological site of Agrigento. Temple of J
Italy. Sicily. Vallery of the Temples. Archaeological site of Agrigento. Temple of Juno Lacinia. 450 BC. Measuring 15 x 16.90 m. Doric style, peripteros 6 columns. Date:

Temple of Concordia in Rome is located on the western narrow side of the Roman Forum next to the Temple of Vespasian
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Temple of Concordia, behind the senator's palace, historical Rome, Italy
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The Temple of Juno, a Greek temple of the ancient city of Akragas located in the Valle dei Templi, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Agrigento, Sicily, Italy, Europe

Italy. Sicily. Agrigento. Valley of the Temples. Temple of Concordia. 5th century BC. Doric style

Girgenti, Agrigento, Italy
Girgenti, the Akragas of the Greeks, the Agrigentum of the Romans. Agrigento (formerly Girgenti), is a city on the southern coast of Sicily, and the capital of the province of Agrigento

Temple ruins, Girgenti (Agrigento), Sicily, Italy
Ruins of a temple at Girgenti (Agrigento), Sicily, Italy. It is on the site of the ancient Greek city of Akragas (Acragas, Agrigentum). Date: late 19th century

Ancient Greek coins 3rd - 5th century BCE. Left to right. 1. Kroisos 560-546BCE, 2. Aegina 510-490 BCE, 3. Sicily Akragas 510-472 BCE, 4. Lydia 450-330 BCE, 5. Sikyon 430-390 BCE

Italy, Sicily, Agrigento. The ruins of the Temple of Hercules rise mightily against a summer sky at Agrigento, a World Heritage Site, in Sicily, Italy

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Akragas, also known as Agrigento, is a captivating archaeological site in Sicily, Italy. This ancient city holds a rich history and boasts remarkable temples that showcase the grandeur of Greek architecture. One of its notable residents was Empedocles, a renowned philosopher who hailed from Akragas. The Temple of Concord stands proudly in the Valley of the Temples, serving as a testament to the city's glorious past. Its majestic columns and intricate details transport visitors back in time to when this temple was at its prime. A statue nearby adds an air of mystique and reverence to this sacred place. Interestingly, there is another Temple of Concordia located in Rome on the western side of the Roman Forum. Although digitally restored today, it still evokes awe with its historical significance. Akragas has witnessed both triumphs and tragedies throughout its existence. The brazen bull, an instrument used for torture and execution by fire during Ancient Greek times under tyrant Phalaris' rule, serves as a chilling reminder of darker days. As you explore Girgenti (Agrigento), you'll encounter temple ruins scattered across the landscape. Each one tells a story and invites contemplation about life in ancient times. The Temple of Concord remains one of Akragas' most iconic landmarks within the Valley of the Temples—a symbol not only for Agrigento but also for all those who appreciate history's enduring legacy.