Greece Classical Antiquity Built: c. 8th century BC UNESCO

Ancient Olympia

Ancient Olympia is a major historical site in Greece associated with the classical antiquity period. The surviving structures and archaeological record make it a key reference point for regional history.

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Ancient Olympia

Greece

Longitude: 21.63

Latitude: 37.638

Historical Significance

The site helps document political power, religious practice, architecture, and daily life in its era. It remains an important landmark for historical research, education, and cultural memory.

Facts

Fact 1

Historical Period

Ancient Olympia is commonly dated to c. 8th century BC.

Fact 2

Geographic Context

The site is located in present-day Greece at approximately longitude 21.6300 and latitude 37.6380.

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