Religious site
Temple of Apollo (Delphi)
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The Temple of Apollo was the most sacred building in Delphi, housing the oracle where the Pythia delivered cryptic prophecies. Though now in ruins, its massive Doric columns still convey the grandeur of this once-revered site. Visitors can see the remains of the temple's foundations and imagine the rituals that took place here. The temple's location, overlooking the Sanctuary of Apollo, underscores its central role in ancient Greek religion and politics.
Don't miss
- View the remaining Doric columns that hint at the temple's original scale.
- Stand at the site where the oracle's chamber (adyton) was located.
- Read the inscribed maxims 'Know Thyself' and 'Nothing in Excess' once carved on the temple.
Tickets & tours
Ways to visit Temple of Apollo (Delphi)
You can usually visit on your own. A tour is worth it for transport, a guide, or combining nearby sights into one day.
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