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.