Temple of Olympian Zeus

The scene must be accompanied by a background story, otherwise it will only look at the ruins of a pile of stone pillars. Limestone, the roof is built in marble. Supported by 34 Corinthian columns about 17 meters high, 13 long and 6 wide. Its gables and interior hall porch are beautifully carved marble, and there are many Athens-style statues in the glaze.

I have been to Greece for a week. From Zakynthos to Santorini to Rhode Island, I have wandered around the outlying island. I finally have to come to Athens. I am still a little excited. After all, the Greek temple is too dreamy. The Temple of Zeus is the first attraction to visit Athens. It is located in Olympia. Although the building is now destroyed, it is still the most famous temple in Greece and one of the largest temples in ancient Greece. This temple was built in 460 BC and named after Zeus, the highest god of Greek mythology. It is also believed to have a ivory and yellow. The statue of Zeus carved by gold TIPS Greece these attractions are half by the picture, half by the brain, it is best to do a little homework before visiting, otherwise it will feel a little boring except for a pile of stones.

The temple of Olympia Zeus is a very unique building, the temple itself is quite distinctive, the architectural scale here is very huge, with a very strong historical resources, the preservation of the temple is not very complete, need to visit slowly.

The Temple of Zeus, located in the village of Olympia, was built to sacrifice Zeus and is one of the largest temples in ancient Greece. The Temple of Zeus was built in 470 BC and completed in 456 BC, designed by architect Libon, and the statue of Zeus was in charge of the sculptor Pheidias. It was not until 86 BC that Roman commander Sulla took Athens, destroying unfinished buildings and removing some of the pillars and other building materials to Rome. They are still visible today on the site of the ancient Roman square in the center of Rome. The Temple of Zeus is famous for its ivory and gold statues.

As the most important god in ancient Greece, the Temple of Zeus is of course one of the largest and most luxurious temples. Although there are only more than 100 stone pillars left, and the main character of Zeus has long disappeared, the grandeur of the temple can still be felt two thousand years later. I have to lament the ebb and flow of ancient Greek civilization.

Love the architecture and the moods from this historical site.