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Temple of Artemis, Ancient Greek temple in Garitsa, Greece

The Temple of Artemis in Kerkyra measures 23.46 by 49 meters and features a rectangular layout with an eastern entrance for morning light illumination.

Built around 580 BCE in ancient Korkyra, this temple represents the first known Doric temple constructed entirely from stone in architectural history.

The western pediment contains sculpted reliefs that mark the earliest example of pediment sculptures found in Greek architecture.

The temple remains are located in the modern Garitsa district, with archaeological excavations first conducted during the Napoleonic Wars by French military forces.

The temple incorporates all elements of the Doric architectural order and stands as one of 150 masterworks of Western architecture.

Location: Municipality of Central Corfu and Diapontia Islands

Architectural style: ancient Greek architecture

GPS coordinates: 39.60750,19.91780

Latest update: May 27, 2025 14:04

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