Olympia, Greece - Wikipedia
Olympia (Modern Greek: Ολυμπία [oli (m)ˈbi.a]; Ancient Greek: Ὀλυμπία [olympí.aː]), officially Archaia Olympia (Greek: Αρχαία Ολυμπία lit. 'Ancient Olympia'), is a small town in Elis on the Peloponnese peninsula in Greece, famous for the nearby archaeological site of the same name.
Olympia, Washington - Wikipedia
Olympia is the capital city of the U.S. state of Washington and the county seat of Thurston County. It had a population of 55,605 at the time of the 2020 census, making it the state of Washington's 23rd-most populous city. Olympia borders …
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Olympia | History & Facts | Britannica
Olympia, ruined ancient sanctuary, home of the ancient Olympic Games, and former site of the massive Statue of Zeus, which had been ranked as one of the Seven Wonders of the World. Olympia is located near the western coast of the Peloponnese peninsula of southern Greece, 10 miles (16 km) inland
Olympia Washington Travel Guide: Things To Do in Olympia
Explore Washington’s laid-back state capital. Olympia balances its seriousness as the state capital with a funky, indie vibe. Straddling Capitol Lake and Budd Inlet, miles of waterfront make for long walks and great views.
Olympia - World History Encyclopedia
Jul 2, 2012 · Ancient Olympia was an ancient Greek sanctuary site dedicated to the worship of Zeus located in the western Peloponnese. The Pan - Hellenic Olympic Games were held at the site in honour of Zeus every four years from 776 BCE to 393 CE. Olympia is listed by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site.
Olympia, WA | Things to Do, Events & More | Experience Olympia
Experience Olympia and beyond with our top activities, restaurants, and events. Visit our special city and the surrounding areas in Thurston County, WA.
20 Things to Do in Olympia: From Capitol Building to Chocolate …
Oct 3, 2023 · Olympia is home to beautiful (and large) forest land, one of the best children’s museums around, and quirky specialties in tea, chocolate, coffee, and beer. What’s not to like? The Washington State Capitol building is located in Olympia today (Image Credit: Real Window Creative/Shutterstock) Address: 600 Block Washington St., Olympia, WA 98504.
Olympia Greece
Olympia Greece was the site of the ancient Olympic Games, which were celebrated every four years by the Greeks. Olympia was situated in a valley in Elis, in western Peloponnisos (Peloponnesus), through which runs the Alpheus River.
Olympia - Visit Greece
In western Peloponnese, in the so-called "valley of the gods", Ancient Olympia grew to be the most celebrated sacred site of Ancient Greece, and the birthplace of the Olympic Games, the most important sports events in all antiquity...