Phigalia, Archaeological site in Arcadia, Greece
The ancient city stands on a plateau 300 meters above the Neda River gorge, surrounded by mountains including Mount Cotylium and Mount Elaeum.
Spartans captured Phigalia in 659 BC, but the city regained independence with help from Oresthasian forces who sacrificed themselves in the liberation battle.
The remains include a gymnasium, temples dedicated to Dionysus Acratophorus, and an agora featuring statues of Pancration champion Arrachion.
The site preserves extensive fortification walls with polygonal masonry, central fortresses, and multiple unidentified monuments across the archaeological area.
The Temple of Apollo Epicurius, located 10 kilometers from Phigalia, contains the Phigalian Marbles, now displayed at the British Museum in London.
GPS coordinates: 37.39630,21.83910
Latest update: June 2, 2025 02:53
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