The geographic position of Selinus and the power it acquired made it a leading protagonist in the history of ancient Sicily. The city was founded in 650-651 BC. The site features several temples, including the temples of Zeus and Apollo from the 6th century BC, a Temple of Hera (5th century BC) and a Temple of Aphrodite. Also found was a stretch of the cyclopean retaining wall to the east of the city and the city's fortifications.