Paestum Excursion

Paestum Excursion

On this excursion to Paestum, you will visit the Temple of Hera I, Hera II, and the Temple of Athena, three significant Doric temples of Ancient Greece.

The tour begins with pickup at your hotel in Palinuro, followed by a minibus ride to the archaeological park of Paestum. Upon arrival, we will explore this ancient city, originally named Poseidonia, and later renamed by various groups. We will start with the Temple of Hera I, the oldest temple, constructed around 550 BC.

Next, we will visit the Temple of Neptune, also referred to as Hera II. The temple's dedication remains debated, with possibilities including Hera, Zeus, or Apollo. The attribution to Neptune is considered a scholarly error. Following this, we will move to the Temple of Athena, known for its Doric and Ionic columns.

After touring the archaeological area, designated a World Heritage Site in 1988, we will visit the park museum, which displays an important collection of artifacts from the surrounding regions. This includes grave goods from Greek and Lucanian necropolises, vases, weapons, and frescoed tomb slabs.

The highlight of the museum is the frescoes of the Tomb of the Diver, a notable example of Greek painting from the classical era, representing the transition from life to death.

After a comprehensive exploration of Paestum's historical and artistic heritage, we will return you to your hotel in Palinuro.