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Temple of Apollo in Delphi

March 14, 2022
By Luke Klein

The Temple of Apollo is an ancient temple located in Delphi filled with knowledge and history, that used to house the Oracle of Apollo. The people would give offerings to the gods there, and occasionally the priestess would perform rituals to tell a prophecy of someone. People would come from far and wide for the chance to learn what future lay in store for them. Inscribed on the temple is writing covering the entirety of the pillars and walls. Occasionally, slaves who were set free would inscribe their names on the wall to have the gods and the people as witnesses to their freedom. Now in ruins, though still a wonderful sight to behold, the grand pillars still stand as a testament to Greek architecture.  

At the base of the hill where the temple stands is a museum filled with a wealth of history and artifacts. Our group toured the museum, starting with small artifacts that were recovered from the temple and culminating with beautiful statues from the height of Greco-Roman architecture. We were then led through the ruins of the temple and given time to explore and take pictures of the standing remains of the Temple of Apollo.  

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