Temple of Apollo — Attraction in Municipality of Aegina

Historic Landmark with Limited Access - Temple of Apollo

On my recent trip to Greece, I was eager to explore the Temple of Apollo, a historically significant monument that has shaped Greece's cultural and historical identity. While the temple undoubtedly possesses an awe-inspiring aesthetic from the outside, my experience was somewhat limited due to unanticipated closure.

The Temple of Apollo, with its iconic Doric columns, stands as a testament to the architectural prowess of the ancient Greeks. Even from the outside, one can appreciate the grandeur of the monument and the skill involved in its construction. It's quite an impressive sight, silhouetted against the Greek sky, and gives you a sense of the richness of ancient Greek civilization.

However, my visit was somewhat hampered as the Temple was unexpectedly closed, preventing me from experiencing it in its full context. The closure was disappointing, especially for a first-time visitor eager to delve deeper into the monument's historical and architectural significance.

Moreover, having visited the Acropolis earlier in my trip, I couldn't help but notice similarities between the two sites. The Acropolis, with its broader range of structures and the added value of the Acropolis Museum, seems to offer a more comprehensive experience. Consequently, I felt that purchasing a separate ticket for the Temple of Apollo might not provide the samevalue, particularly for those on a tighter schedule or budget.

In conclusion, while the Temple of Apollo is a significant historical site that contributes to the understanding of ancient Greek culture, my experience was unfortunately restricted. Based on this, I can offer a rating of three stars. Should you have the opportunity and the Temple is open for a full visit, it could certainly be...

The temple ruins are quite small but athmospheric and located in a nice setting. Ticket price also includes entrance to a small archaeological museum that holds some valuable artifacts. Overall it is a nice site to visit where you can feel history.

I had a mildly grumpy experience at the entrance as it felt to me the queuing was not being respected and some people who arrived later than me were allowed to enter first (while also having to pay less for their tickets because they apparently were American under 25s, although neither mine nor their IDs were ever checked), but for a 4 EUR 'full price' ticket I will not argue. The staff also seemed very keen to go home ASAP, telling everyone that the site closes at 17:15 (while the actual closing time is 17:30), but, again, I suppose they are not being paid as well as they...

The architectural remains that can be seen at this archeological site may seem unspectacular to the untrained eye, yet there are still some impressive viewpoints and sections of ancient constructs. Alas, this place is historically and architecturally spectacular; this was perhaps where Aiakos, a king renowned for his wise and just rule, once resided. This is the city that rivaled Athens for centuries over sea domination, forcing it to rise to the excellence we admire today. This site had been a place of power and rule for more than three and a half millenia, from the Neolithic all the way to the early Roman age. Remains of all these years can be seen in layers all across the site, and with the assistance of some signs and models within the museum, it can be comprehensive for most. Easy to visit and within...