Temple of Hephaestus

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Historic Site in Athens€€

Athens 105 55, Greece

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A remarkably well-preserved Doric temple dedicated to the god of smiths, located atop the Agoraios Kolonos hill. It stands as the world's most intact ancient Greek temple, offering a profound sense of history.

Written from public posts on Instagram. Updated Oct 2026.

Highlights

  • Best-preserved ancient Greek temple in the world
  • Designed by Iktinos, architect of the Parthenon
  • Located within the Ancient Agora of Athens
  • Formerly served as the Church of Saint George Akamates

Details

Address
Athens 105 55, Greece
Coordinates
37.97559, 23.72145

Good to know

Temple of Hephaestus is a historic site in Athens, Greece. A remarkably well-preserved Doric temple dedicated to the god of smiths, located atop the Agoraios Kolonos hill. It stands as the world's most intact ancient Greek temple, offering a profound sense of history.

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