Artemision

/ɑːrˈtɪmiːən/ noun

Definition

A temple or shrine dedicated to Artemis, the Greek goddess; historically, a famous sanctuary in ancient Greece.

Etymology

From Greek Ἀρτεμίσιον (Artemísion), directly formed from Artemis + -ion suffix (common for temples). The most famous example is the Temple of Artemis at Ephesus, one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.

Kelly Says

The Artemision at Ephesus was so magnificent that Alexander the Great reportedly offered to rebuild it after a fire—it was replaced and destroyed multiple times, but its reputation made 'Artemision' synonymous with architectural grandeur in ancient sources.

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