Selinunte
Selinunte is an ancient Greek site in the south province of Trapani, in the island of Sicily.
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Diodorus Siculus wrote about Hannibal, who in 409 BC destroyed Selinunte after a war that counts about 16,000 deaths and 5,000 prisoners.
The ancient city was founded on the top of a little mount, and it is close to the sea.
Walking in the city, it's possible to see the great walls and the ruins of houses.Founding of Selinunte
Selinunte was founded by Megara Hyblaea in the 8th century BC; it had a very short life (about 200 years). History
Selinunte was allied of Carthage mainly to gain support against Segesta. Archaeological Park
The archaeological park is very large, and there are several temples and ruins of the ancient city.