hings to Do in Delphi Greece
By Nick Nikolis | Submitted On January 03, 2011
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There are so many things to do and see in Delphi that it will amaze even the most experienced traveler. The god Apollo had his sacred precinct located in Delphi, which was called the 'Pan-Hellenic Sanctuary'. Beginning in 586 B.C. the best athletes from the surrounding areas would come every four years to compete in the Pythian Games. These games were the forerunner of the modern-day Olympic Games. The original stadiums have been uncovered and preserved so they become the most fascinating thing to see when in Delphi Greece.
The location of Delphi Stadium and the ruins of Apollo's temple offer views of the valley that will literally take the observers breath away. It is no wonder the 'gods' chose this spot, which they considered to be the center of the Earth, as their primary …show more content…
There been many Oracle's spanning the ages, such as the Oracle of Rome, however the Greek Oracle at Delphi is the original. The legend says a young goat herder discovered the rift around 1400 B.C.. This is when he noticed his goats were disoriented on a hillside. It was later discovered the seeping gas would cause some to fall ill but cause others to have visions. Delphi became a financial Mecca due to this discovery. A huge industry ensued around the Oracle. Temples were built, virgin priestesses were trained, rituals were written, and blood sacrifices were performed. The temple ruins remain today and they become just another reason to take a holiday in Delphi. The Oracle temples will truly amaze the
By Nick Nikolis | Submitted On January 03, 2011
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Expert Author Nick Nikolis
There are so many things to do and see in Delphi that it will amaze even the most experienced traveler. The god Apollo had his sacred precinct located in Delphi, which was called the 'Pan-Hellenic Sanctuary'. Beginning in 586 B.C. the best athletes from the surrounding areas would come every four years to compete in the Pythian Games. These games were the forerunner of the modern-day Olympic Games. The original stadiums have been uncovered and preserved so they become the most fascinating thing to see when in Delphi Greece.
The location of Delphi Stadium and the ruins of Apollo's temple offer views of the valley that will literally take the observers breath away. It is no wonder the 'gods' chose this spot, which they considered to be the center of the Earth, as their primary …show more content…
There been many Oracle's spanning the ages, such as the Oracle of Rome, however the Greek Oracle at Delphi is the original. The legend says a young goat herder discovered the rift around 1400 B.C.. This is when he noticed his goats were disoriented on a hillside. It was later discovered the seeping gas would cause some to fall ill but cause others to have visions. Delphi became a financial Mecca due to this discovery. A huge industry ensued around the Oracle. Temples were built, virgin priestesses were trained, rituals were written, and blood sacrifices were performed. The temple ruins remain today and they become just another reason to take a holiday in Delphi. The Oracle temples will truly amaze the