Ancient Greek Ruins at Paesthum, Italy

In the first century, B.C., the Greeks formed a colony in Southern Italy at a town, called Paesthum. They built and entire city, using indigenous stone.
Much of it remains today, especially the temples of which Terri & counted three. It is said that these are among the best preserved Greek temples,
including those that are found in Greece.

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