The Temple of Artemis
Dublin Core
Title
The Temple of Artemis
Subject
Culture,Immovable Culture Heritage
Description
The Temple of Artemis, also known as the Artemision or the Temple of Diana, was an ancient Greek marvel dedicated to the goddess Artemis near Ephesus, Turkey. Built around 550 BCE, it stood as one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Designed by Chersiphron and Metagenes, its grandeur was evident in its vast dimensions: approximately 377 feet long, 180 feet wide, with columns over 60 feet tall. Artemis, revered as the goddess of the hunt and fertility, was worshipped at this temple, attracting pilgrims from afar. The interior housed a magnificent statue crafted by Phidias. Despite reconstructions after a fire in 356 BCE, the temple eventually succumbed to decline and destruction by invaders and natural calamities. Today, only scattered ruins remain, a testament to the temple's former glory and its significance in ancient Greek religion and culture.
Digital interpretation of the Temple of Artemis can address Sustainable Tourism (SDG 8), particularly target 8.9, which focuses on promoting sustainable tourism that creates jobs and promotes local culture and products. By educating visitors about the importance of conservation, promoting responsible travel, and fostering a deeper appreciation for local culture and heritage, digital interpretation contributes to sustainable tourism practices. Through these digital platforms, visitors can gain insights into initiatives aimed at preserving the historical significance of the Temple of Artemis and its surrounding environment for future generations, aligning with the goals of sustainable development.
Source
is51102024
Date
550 bce
Contributor
bs251@st-andrews.ac.uk
Type
Site
Identifier
1122
Date Submitted
05/05/2024
Date Modified
05/05/2024 06:03:39 am
Extent
cm x cm x cm
Medium
https://www.worldhistory.org/Temple_of_Artemis_at_Ephesus/
Spatial Coverage
current,37.94974762012134,27.363724708557132;
Europeana
Europeana Data Provider
The Temple of Artemis
Object
https://www.worldhistory.org/Temple_of_Artemis_at_Ephesus/
Europeana Type
TEXT
Site Item Type Metadata
Institutional nature
Building
Place
Atatürk, Park İçi Yolu No:12, 35920 Selçuk/İzmir, Türkiye
Prim Media
2502
Contact
bs251@st-andrews.ac.uk
Collection
Citation
“The Temple of Artemis,” STAGE, accessed December 13, 2025, https://stage.openvirtualworlds.org/omeka/items/show/2505.
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