«At Olympia the victors were crowned not with gold but with time itself.»
Mary Renault – The Praise Singer
The Hippodrome The venue for equestrian competitions and races, the Hippodrome, was the facility with the largest dimensions to comfortably hold these spectacular events of the ancient Olympic Games. Unlike gymnastic events, horse and chariot races provided a platform for the display of wealth and power by those able to maintain expensive stables and teams,
stadium Dating back to the 5th century BC, the stadium was the place where athletes competed before thousands of Greek spectators and the best of them crossed the threshold of eternity as Olympic champions, conquering their immense fame. Heart of Athletic Glory The Stadium of Olympia was for centuries the ultimate destination of recognition for
Gymnasion Erected during the Hellenistic period, specifically in the 2nd century BC, this vast, rectangular complex was purpose-built as the premier training ground for athletes preparing for the Olympic Games. a massive rectangular complex The Gymnasion of Ancient Olympia stands as one of the ancient world’s most significant and impressive athletic facilities. Erected during the
Palaestra Constructed in the 3rd century BC, this square building with its distinctive peristyle courtyard served as the primary training ground for wrestlers, boxers, and practitioners of the pankration. Τhe Palaestra reflects the sophisticated understanding ancient Greeks had of athletic training requirements. Training Ground for Glory The Palaestra of Ancient Olympia, constructed in the