Olympia: Attractions and more...
Olympia is one of the most popular and visited places in Greece for its excellent museums, remarkable temples and an enchanting historic culture which is still alive in the constructions.
The Museum Art of Greece is a significant art gallery which displays a collection of beautiful ancient relics that give an insight to the vibrant culture. The place also features a folk dancing show in the evenings.
Famous for the spectacular gold and silver statue of Zeus, which was regarded as one of the seven wonders of the olden times, is the Temple of Zeus. It displays beautiful stone columns and magnificent sculptures of Zeus and Apollo.
The historic site of Archaia Olympia, the Archaeological Museum of Olympia and the Museum of the Olympic Games are some other remarkable sites to visit.
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