Athina Trip Overview
You will spend a day at Delphi. There that according to mythology, the two eagles sent out by Zeus from the ends of the universe to find the navel of the world met.The sanctuary of Delphi,set within a spectacular landscape, was for many centuries the cultural and religious centre and symbol of unity for the Hellenic world as well as the seat of the Pythian Games.The Delphic Oracle was regarded as the most trustworthy, was at its peak.It was delivered by the Pythia,the priestess and interpreted by the priests of Apollo.Cities, rulers and ordinary individuals alike consulted the oracle, expressing their gratitude with great gifts and spreading its fame around the world.Indeed,it was believed to have successfully predicted events related to the cataclysm of Deukalion,the Argonaut’s expedition and the Trojan War. Visit the Museum and admire other archeological treasures such as the unique bronze statue of the Charioteer dedicated to Apollo by Polyzalos,the tyrant of Gela,in 478BC.
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Duration: 10 hours
Starts: Athina, Greece
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Historical & Heritage Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Athina, Greece, Greece
You will spend a day at Delphi. There that according to mythology, the two eagles sent out by Zeus from the ends of the universe to find the navel of the world met.The sanctuary of Delphi,set within a spectacular landscape, was for many centuries the cultural and religious centre and symbol of unity for the Hellenic world as well as the seat of the Pythian Games.The Delphic Oracle was regarded as the most trustworthy, was at its peak.It was delivered by the Pythia,the priestess and interpreted by the priests of Apollo.Cities, rulers and ordinary individuals alike consulted the oracle, expressing their gratitude with great gifts and spreading its fame around the world.Indeed,it was believed to have successfully predicted events related to the cataclysm of Deukalion,the Argonaut’s expedition and the Trojan War. Visit the Museum and admire other archeological treasures such as the unique bronze statue of the Charioteer dedicated to Apollo by Polyzalos,the tyrant of Gela,in 478BC.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Delphi Greece
Will see one of the most important sites of Greece, you will visit the Oracle and the museum
Duration: 2 hours 30 minutes
