Dating back to 1400 BC, the Oracle of Delphi was the most important shrine in all Greece, and in theory all Greeks respected its independence. Built around a sacred spring, Delphi was considered ...
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Ancient Greeks held festivals ... MUSI, ARCHAEOLOGICAL SITE OF DELPHI The oracle at Dodona, in Greece’s rugged northwest, was said to be the country’s first. Here mortals posed questions ...
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One of the most important religious institutions in ancient Greece, the Oracle of Delphi represents a fascinating and mysterious chapter in history. The story tells of a prophetic priestess sat at ...
Image caption, Ancient Greek ruins of the Temple of Apollo and theatre in the ancient town of Delphi. Most people lived in villages or in the countryside. Many Greeks were poor and life was hard ...
This 7-day itinerary offers a perfect balance of history, culture, relaxation, and adventure, covering Greece’s most iconic ...