Ancient Olympia
Photo: Lydia Griva / Pexels
The Verdict
Recommended — the birthplace of the Olympic Games, in the green western Peloponnese.
Why go
For the original Olympic stadium and sanctuary of Zeus, where the games began in 776 BC, and a museum holding the Hermes of Praxiteles.
Understand the place
Original Olympic stadium and sanctuary of Zeus where the games began in 776 BC, set in the green western Peloponnese. The museum holds the Hermes of Praxiteles.
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