The Greeks began to build monumental temples in the first half of the 8th century BC. The temples of Hera at Samos and of Poseidon at Isthmia were among the first erected.
Greek temples differed from their Roman counterparts in that the colonnade formed a peristyle around the whole structure, rather than merely a porch at the front; and also in that the Greek temple was not raised far off ground level on a high podium.
As the Greeks became more adept at monumental building, regional styles of architecture solidified into what are now the classical orders of architecture: Doric, Ionic and Corinthian.
The Parthenon, one of the most famous Greek temples, was dedicated to Athena, goddess of wisdom. Festivals were held in and around it every year. The Parthenon strongly influenced Roman architecture-after the Romans conquered Greece, many tourists from the victorious country came to view the temples of Greece. Among them was the Parthenon, which quickly became one of the most popular tourist sites in Greece.
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Temple Of Poseidon Facts
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Many pagans honour the Greek pantheon and the natural forces they represent. As to whether they believe the actual mythology is fact, I sincerely doubt it. Most pagans see mythology exactly as it was meant to be seen - a metaphor for the mysteries of nature. We explain the end of summer as Persephone going into the Underworld but we also know about the axial orbit of the Earth around the Sun. Think of the gods and their stories as a way of accessing the Divine, like parables in Christianity. Many of the stories do not reflect the actual beliefs of ancient Greeks. As with all religious texts, they should be considered in historical context. The Greeks did not worship all the gods at the same time. Certain cults gained ascendancy over others. This explains why Hera, a mother goddess, is reduced to a jealous wife in many stories. To understand the beliefs of ancient Greeks, look at their festivals and religious practices as opposed to the mythology. That is more of an art form than a religious theory. If you are interested in specific pagan groups, you should look into Hellenists and groups like Ellinais.