Temple of Athena, Ancient Greek temple in Priene, Turkey
The Temple of Athena stands on a hilltop location within Priene, featuring marble columns and architectural elements in the Ionic style from the 4th century BCE.
The architect Pythius designed this temple during Alexander the Great's reign, incorporating the same expertise he applied to the Mausoleum of Halicarnassus construction.
The temple served as both a religious center dedicated to Athena Polias and a symbol of civic identity for the inhabitants of ancient Priene.
Visitors access the archaeological site through modern pathways that lead to the remaining temple foundations, columns, and architectural fragments spread across the hill.
The temple's grid-based urban planning system and strategic hillside position allowed it to maintain visual dominance over the Maeander River valley below.
Location: Söke
GPS coordinates: 37.65944,27.29667
Latest update: May 11, 2025 05:37
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