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The Eleians were from long ago particularly favored among the Peloponnesians PausaniAs IV.28.4 Elis, the capital and most populous city of the homonymous state of Elis, was the faithful patron and at the same time proud hostess of the Olympic Games of antiquity. Its remains are preserved in the fertile plain of the northwestern Peloponnese, next…
Explore the ancient heritage of Elis through its priceless archaeological monuments and impressive museums! .… Discover the fascinating history that emerges from the remains of antiquity, the Christian churches of the Byzantine and post-Byzantine period, and the unique exhibits hosted in the archaeological museums of the region. Discover the universally significant monumental heritage of the…
Elis was the city responsible for organizing and holding the famous Olympic Games of antiquity. Athletes who wished to take part in the Games had to present themselves at least forty days before their start in the city of Elis, the capital of the ancient state of Elis, in whose territory the Panhellenic Sanctuary of…
The theatre of Elis is the most important monument that has come to light so far from the archaeological excavations. It was built in an idyllic location near the banks of the Pinios river, so that the performances and events that unfolded on the stage and the orchestra of the theatre had the valley as…
