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Olympia Temple of Zeus

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Olympia Temple of Zeus — Click image to enlarge

The Temple of Zeus was the focal point of worship at Olympia. The games that were held here were held in honor of Zeus.

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Photos (9)

Diagram of Temple

Diagram of Temple

Entrance

Temple of Zeus Columns

Temple of Zeus Columns

Interior of Temple

Interior of Temple

Victor’s Stand

Victor’s Stand

Exedrae

North Wall

Southeast Corner

Southeast Corner

Olympian Zeus

Keywords:Olympia · Temple of Zeus · Altis · Olympic Games · Seven Wonders of the Ancient world · Statue of Zeus · Phidias · Doric Order Capital Capitals · Greece · Peloponnese · Map Maps