Located in the western Peloponnese, Olympia is home to the most important athletic event of our time, the Olympic Games. Come see the Stadium, where the first Olympic Games were held. It’s often considered the most important ancient site in Greece, but you’re allowed to make up your own mind about that.

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Birthplace of the Olympic Games

Located in the western Peloponnese, Olympia is home to the most important athletic event of our time, the Olympic Games. Come see the Stadium, where the first Olympic Games were held. It’s often considered the most important ancient site in Greece, but you’re allowed to make up your own mind about that.

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