Temple F, Ancient Greek temple ruins in Selinunte, Italy.
Temple F is an ancient ruin in Selinunte's archaeological site with massive stone blocks and column fragments from the 6th century BC. The remains belonged to a larger religious complex that spread across the eastern hilltop area of the site.
The building was constructed between 550 and 540 BC as part of Selinunte's religious center. The city was destroyed by Carthaginian forces in 409 BC, which ended the temple's active use.
The remains show how Greek colonists built their temples in Sicily and what architectural styles they favored. You can still see today how the design reflects the religious importance this place held for the ancient community.
You reach the temple by walking through paths in the archaeological zone on the eastern hill, open daily from sunrise to sunset year-round. The walk across the ground requires good shoes and water during warmer months.
The building has stone screens between its columns, a rare design among Greek temples that researchers still puzzle over today. This construction is one of the most mysterious aspects of ancient architecture at this site.
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