Olympia (Greek: Ὀλυμπία; Auncient Greek: ]; Modren Greek: ]Olympía), a sanctuary o auncient Greece in Elis on the Peloponnese peninsula, is kent for havin been the steid o the Olympic Gemmes in clessical times.
Must visit archaeological place.Temple of Zeus, Hera, Gymnasium, workshop of Fedias, Stadium, Zannes..The heart of Greek culture! Save energy for the museum!A bottle of water and a hat are necessary
Visit it in spring. Make sure you’re wearing walking shoes! Bring a hat+water with you! Open 8:00-20:00.Tickets:12€, reduced one 6€ it’s valid for 2 days, access to 2 museums+archeological site.
Do have a travel guide with you. The places to see are many and if you don't read as you walk there, you just can't understand :) An amazing place with energy all around.
Birthplace of the Olympic Games. The Olympic Games were held every four years throughout Classical Antiquity, from the 8th century BC to the 4th century AD. Make sure you visit the Ancient Stadium.
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