Temples

The interaction between the polytheistic beliefs of ancient Greece and the subsequent emergence of Christianity stands as a pivotal chapter in history. The shift from one religious framework to another was marked by considerable challenges, often involving intense clashes,...

The three main architectural styles used for temples and other formal public buildings in ancient Greece were the Doric, Ionic and Corinthian classical orders. The three orders were first described by Roman architect and engineer Vitruvius, known for his multi-volume...

Temples of differing size dedicated to respective Greek gods of the pantheon could be found in every corner of the ancient Greek world, but which among them was the largest? It is possible that for a long time the largest,...

Many important ancient temples are located in Greece and other countries, such as Italy, which were then part of the ancient Greek empire.