Zeus left two eagles, one to the East and one to the West, and they met at Delphi, making it the center of the world.
In the Navel of the Earth, as Delphi was called, was the most important oracle of the ancient Greek world, whose fame exceeded the borders of Greece, even from antiquity, which is proven by the excavation findings that brought to light tributes from Syria and Armenia.
The oracle of Delphi was dedicated to the god Apollo and Pythia, the respective Protheria, had the role of intermediary to convey the oracle to those interested.
Delphi, classified as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, gathers a large number of Greek and foreign visitors throughout the year.
Η σύγχρονη πόλη των Δελφών χτίστηκε δίπλα στον αρχαιολογικό χώρο, σε υψόμετρο 570μ., με θέα στον ελαιώνα της Άμφισσας και στον κόλπο της Ιτέας.
Due to the archaeological site, the neighboring Arachova, but also the ski center of Parnassos, has experienced a very large tourist development.
Sights
The attractions of Delphi are countless. The most important of them - of archaeological interest - are the Temple of Apollo, the Archaeological Museum of Delphi, the Ancient Theater of Delphi, the Treasure of the Athenians, the Sacred Way, the Castalia Spring strong>, the Dome of Athena Pronaia.
Also, the Museum of Delphic Festivals housed in the house of our great writer and poet Angelos Sikelianos. The Sicilian had envisioned the "Delphic Idea," a global spiritual society based at Delphi. In 1927, with the assistance of his wife and many personalities of the time, the first Delphic celebrations took place, which had a worldwide impact. In the museum, costumes and photographic material from the Delphic Festivals, handwritten texts and personal belongings of Aggelos Sikelianos, as well as the loom of his wife, Eva, are on display.
Do not miss to visit the old church of Agios Konstantinos with its amazing works of art and the Church of Agios Nikolaos which houses relics of great Saints of Orthodoxy.
Δραστηριότητες
Delphi is also a destination in its own right for hikers, as it is known for the ancient pilgrim's path from Kirra to Delphi, which is part of the European Pathway E4.
Paragliding, skiing at Parnassos Ski Center, as well as mountain and road biking keep the interest of "active" visitors.
A stroll through the shops and streets of Delphi is ideal after a day of adventure in Parnassos.
Accommodation in Deflis
Delphi has hotels and rooms for rent for a comfortable and economical stay. Most of them are located within the settlement. See recommended accommodation for accommodation in Delphi and book directly at the lowest prices.
Do not forget
Before you leave, get olive oil and Amfissa olives from the designated Traditional Olive Grove of Amfissa, the largest contiguous olive grove in Greece.
Also, faithful copies of ancient jewelry, items of folk art, ceramics and various products of Parnassos, you can find in the corresponding shops of the city of Delphi.
Source : oparnassos.gr
