Taranto - Monuments Colonne Doriche Nettuno The temple of Poseidon or Doric temple of Taranto is among the oldest times of Magna Grecia and is the only place of Greek worship, still visible in the Old Village. Of this ancient temple you can see today only the two columns of Doric order and also a base with 3 drums. According to testimonies, the temple is assumed to date back to the 5th and 8th century.
Taranto - Monuments Monumento al Marinaio The monument to the Sailor is dedicated to all sailors of the Italian Navy and is located in the new village of Taranto. It is made of bronze and is about seven meters tall. The monument was positioned to 'greet' the boats that crossed the canal that connects the Great Sea with the Small Sea. The monument is now located at the port of Taranto.