Temple of Hera

Corfu, Greece

The Temple of Hera or Heraion is an archaic temple in Corfu, built around 610 BC in the ancient city of Korkyra (or Corcyra), in what is known today as Palaiopolis, and lies within the ground of the Mon Repos estate. The sanctuary of Hera at Mon Repos is considered a major temple, and one of the earliest examples of archaic Greek architecture.

Large terracotta figures such as lions, gorgoneions, and Daidala maidens, created and painted in vivid colour by artisans inspired by myth traditions across the Mediterranean, decorated the roof of the temple, making it one of the most intricately adorned temples of Archaic Greece and the most ambitious roof construction project of its time. Built at the top of Analipsis Hill, Hera's sanctuary was highly visible to ships approaching the waterfront of the ancient city of Korkyra.

References:

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Address

Analipsi 7, Corfu, Greece

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Details

Founded: 610 BCE
Category: Prehistoric and archaeological sites in Greece

More Information

en.wikipedia.org

Rating

4/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

Andreea Diță (2 years ago)
Good vibe and history

Katja Nachname (3 years ago)
Nice and quiet place to visit when walking in the park.

Markus Christensen (3 years ago)
Quite exciting reading. The ruins are very well preserved given the age of them. There are info-boards for the culture-interested and benches in the shadow for those in need of a rest. Not far from there is an ancient well-preserved temple.

ie81 (4 years ago)
Unfortunately closed

partake panagiotis (4 years ago)
Nice nature

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