Archaeological site · Sicily

Selinunte Archaeological Park

Europe's most extensive archaeological park — 7th-century BC Selinunte rivaled Athens in wealth before Carthaginian conquest, now ruins overlook wine country.

What to do there

AdventureSelinunte Archaeological ParkThe largest archaeological park in Europe preserves the Greek city of Selinus. Destroyed by Carthage in 409 BC, the tumbled temples and massive columns create an evocative landscape. The acropolis and eastern temples show Greek city planning, with space for religious festivities including Dionysiac celebrations.

Places to see nearby

Archaeological site · Selinunte Selinunte - Temple Wine Picnic Picnic among 5th-century Greek temples overlooking the sea — ancient Selinunte at its peak (7th-5th BC) was richer than Athens, now paired with Menfi wines and Nero d'Avola.