Agrigento

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Founded as a Greek colony in the 6^th century BC, Agrigento became one of the leading cities of the Mediterranean world.  Universally known for the spectacular Valley of Temples and the sacred area of ancient Akragas, one of the most important colonies of the Greek Empire.

Seen from Agrigento, the ancient Akragas, offers an absolutely exceptional panorama: opposite to the modern city we can find the Valley of Temples, majestic and full of flowers, one of the most interesting and evocative archaeological areas in the whole Mediterranean.

The temples of Concord, Hera, Zeus, Hercules, Castor and Pollux follow one another in an archaeological promenade which is unique in the world and bears witness to the past splendour of this city, which was among the most magnificent and powerful of the antiquity.

The Archaeological Museum is rich in finds dating from that time.In addition to its archaeological area, Agrigento is also interesting for its historic town center, in which the Cathedral founded by the Norman (11^th century) and the Santo Spirito church dating back to the 12^th are particularly interesting. One can also visit the church of S. Maria dei Greci, built in the 7^th century on the foundations of a Greek temple dedicated to Athena and the house of the writer and playwright Luigi Pirandello, which is now a museum.

From December to February the flowering almond-trees give the "Valley of the Temples" a special glamour and an unusual charm.
Agrigento is also a seaside resort. Clear, clean, blue waters and many kilometers of sandy beaches and white cliffs.
Agrigento is ideal for a longer stay.