Greece

Αποκεντρωμένη Διοίκηση Πελοποννήσου Δυτικής Ελλάδας και Ιονίου

Stadium of Olympia

Greece

Αποκεντρωμένη Διοίκηση Πελοποννήσου Δυτικής Ελλάδας και Ιονίου

Stadium of Olympia

Hiking Highlight

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This Highlight is in a protected area

Please check local regulations for: Archaeological Site of Olympia

Location: Αποκεντρωμένη Διοίκηση Πελοποννήσου Δυτικής Ελλάδας και Ιονίου, Greece

Best Hikes to Stadium of Olympia

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Andy
In ancient times, Olympia in the western Peloponnese was one of the largest cultural centers in Greece: as the sanctuary of Zeus and as the venue for the first Olympic Games of antiquity. According to old myths, the gods held sporting competitions here long before humans did.
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- January 29, 2023
Naxxos
Entrance to the historic station of Olympia.
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- February 28, 2019
timm
Located in the excavation area
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- May 3, 2019