I am Natalia Stroppiana, an Italian-Greek archaeologist and tour guide. I spend half the year in Olympia and the other half in Monforte d'Alba.
Are you ready to live the Olympic dream?
The archaeological site of Olympia is a veritable treasure trove of history, where the famous sacred area dedicated to Zeus and other deities developed, becoming the center of the Olympic Games. The imposing ruins of temples and public buildings bear witness to the architectural mastery and profound devotion of the ancient Greeks. Among the monuments, the Temple of Zeus, which once housed the colossal statue created by Phidias, one of the seven wonders of the ancient world, and the Temple of Hera, where the Olympic torch is lit today in a ritual that evokes tradition and culture, stand out. Strolling among the sacred and civil structures, you can breathe in the vibrant atmosphere of an era when the cult of competition and excellence was at the center of social life.
The heart of Olympia is undoubtedly the Olympic Stadium, the first in the world, where ancient athletes competed to honor their city and the gods. Today, during the tour, you too can relive this emotion by trying your hand at running on the same ground, following in the footsteps of the great champions of the past.
In the archaeological museum of Olympia, on the other hand, you will find a collection of artistic masterpieces and extraordinary finds that bear witness to the creative genius of ancient Greece, all objects that were discovered on the site of Olympia. During the guided visit, you will have the opportunity to admire the fascinating pediments of the Temple of Zeus, the tools used by the sculptor Phidias to create his famous statue, the Hermes of Praxiteles and the Nike of Pheidias. Each statue and each object tells stories of honor, sacrifice, and passion, universal values that continue to inspire humanity.
This experience is a journey through time that will allow you to reflect on the human spirit, perseverance, and the pursuit of perfection that have animated our being for millennia.
The complete tour lasts about two and a half hours and includes a meeting in front of the ticket office of the archaeological site, ending in front of the exit of the archaeological museum. For those who wish to enjoy a shorter experience, it is possible to opt exclusively for a guided visit of the site, lasting one and a half hours.
The guided visit lasts about two and a half hours. The meeting point is in front of the ticket office of the archaeological site and the visit ends in front of the museum exit. You can choose the full package or just the guided visit to the archaeological site of Olympia, which lasts an hour and a half.
Tour of the archaeological site:
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*If all dates are already booked, please contact me to inquire about cancellations and availability! :)
