Temple of Minerva

The Temple of Minerva stands on mount Castellon with a central chamber of 8.20 by 7.10 meters and galleries adorned with Doric columns.

The temple emerged between the 2nd and 1st century BCE, replacing a sacred site from the 6th century BCE where inhabitants conducted ritual bonfires.

Archaeological excavations in 2023 revealed numerous painted plaster fragments from the late Republican era, including rare elements of first Pompeian style.

The temple welcomes visitors throughout the year, with recent attendance records showing 3,652 visitors in 2022 and 2,839 in 2023.

Over 100 bronze rings found in the soil indicate the presence of Rhaetian and Celtic populations at this religious intersection point.

Location: Marano di Valpolicella

Website: https://tempiodiminerva.it

GPS coordinates: 45.56230,10.91019

Latest update: March 15, 2025 06:19