Italy, Sicily - Selinunte- Temple O and Temple A

Italy, Sicily - Selinunte- Temple O and Temple A

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The transcript discusses Selinunte, a significant Greek colony in Sicily, Italy. It describes its geographical location between the Cotoni and Medioni rivers and its historical founding by colonists from Megara Hyblea. The city was strategically positioned, leading to interactions with Phoenicians and native Sicilians. The layout included an Acropolis with temples and housing on the Hippodamian plan. Fortifications and temple structures, such as Temple E, are detailed, highlighting the city's architectural advancements.

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Explain the relationship between Selinunte and the Phoenicians.

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What architectural features characterized the Acropolis of Selinunte?

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