Velia, Archaeological museum in Ascea, Italy
The archaeological site of Velia contains walls, temples, and houses spread across multiple levels on a promontory overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea.
Founded in 540 BC by Greek settlers fleeing Persian invasion, Velia developed into a significant Mediterranean port and center of Greek civilization.
The ruins include a third-century BC theater near the acropolis, where ancient Greek performances took place during religious and civic celebrations.
The archaeological park provides guided tours in multiple languages, with access from Ascea Marina train station located 1.6 miles from the entrance.
The Porta Rosa represents the sole example of a Greek round arch in Italy, marking a significant architectural advancement in ancient construction techniques.
Location: Ascea
Website: https://museopaestum.cultura.gov.it/, https://museopaestum.cultura.gov.it/
Address: Piazzale Amedeo Mauiri, 84046 Ascea SA
Phone: +390974271016
Website: https://museopaestum.cultura.gov.it
GPS coordinates: 40.15877,15.15572
Latest update: March 4, 2025 19:51
Velia
132 m
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Santuario Madonna di Novi Velia
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Porta Rosa
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Monte Stella
11.6 km
Molpa
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San Pantaleone
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Tower of Velia
226 m
Badia di Santa Maria di Pattano
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Torre del Telegrafo, Ascea
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Museo vivo del mare
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Chiesa della Santissima Annunziata
11.4 km
Capo Palinuro Lighthouse
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La Cappella Madonna della Grazia
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Sant'Eufemia
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San Giovanni Battista
15.3 km
Torre di Acciaroli
11.4 km
Roadmaster garage
4.5 km
Chiesa di San Nicola di Bari
15.9 km
Santa Maria degli Angeli
17.8 km
Torre Caprioli
14.9 km
Casa degli Affreschi
175 m
San Nazario
11.9 km
Santa Maria dei Longobardi
13 km
Cilento and Vallo di Diano National Park with the Archeological Sites of Paestum and Velia, and the Certosa di Padula
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Antiquarium
17.8 km
La punta
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Greek theater of Velia-Elea
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