The ancient temple in Athens draws millions of visitors each year. Temperatures were expected to reach up to 38 degrees Celsius in Athens. But the ancient temple rests on a rock overlooking Athens, offering visitors very little shade.

Europe experienced a severe heatwave, with record temperatures in Spain, England, and Portugal, causing wildfires, evacuations, and fatalities.

The Mediterranean country baked in its second major heatwave of the season, with temperatures soaring as high as 41 degrees Celsius.