Selinunte

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Situated on an esplanade, about 30 above the se level, Selinunte take its name from Selinon, the wild parsley.

It was founded by colonists coming from Megara Hyblaea, guided by Pammilos, in the 7^th century B.C..

The archaeological area of Selinunte is formed by the Acropolis, the eastern Hill, the plateau of Contrada Manuzza, the sanctuary of the Malophoros and the two Necropolises (Manicalunga and Galera Bagliazzo).

On the hill of the Acropolis, the remains of five temples and on the eastern hill stand the ruins of other three.

On the west side of the Acropolis, the remains of a sanctuary dedicated to Demeter.

The archaeological area is impressive for its immensity and its richness and offers to the visitor a complete picture of the Greek culture.

Selinunte offers not only archaeological beauties, but it is  also a lively seaside-resort : the ideal place to spend a pleasant holiday.