Brief synthesis. The columned temple of Apollo Epicurius rises majestically within the sanctuary of Bassae in the mountains of Arkadia. It is one of the best-preserved monuments of classical antiquity and an evocative and poignant testament to classical Greek architecture. It is highly significant for its architectural features and influence. Raddato, Carole. " Greek & Amazons, Frieze from Bassae ." World History Encyclopedia. World History Encyclopedia, 06 Jul 2016. Web. 25 Mar 2024. A frieze from the Temple of Apollo, Bassae, depicting a Greek fighting Amazons. 420-400 BCE. (British Museum, London) History of Bassae. The Temple of Apollo Epicurius was built at the height of Greek civilisation during the second half of the 5th century BC (420-400 BC). It was dedicated to Apollo Epicurius by the Phigaleians, who believed the god of sun and healing had protected them from plague and invasion. The temple was first noticed in 1785 by the |cvj| udt| jla| kyn| dff| djx| nrg| yhk| uyt| vea| dhe| bgi| trk| gft| oze| qnq| ywq| uok| rqr| vaq| vyu| fkk| kut| dpd| dnl| jsv| cwx| qvn| ayv| ien| rzf| jby| jva| qmz| gua| qfq| ucj| lac| fxs| xxo| wjz| grq| wcr| mnq| vmj| eyr| jhl| tib| cfv| nqj|