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Ancient Olympia: New projects underway at the archaeological site (photos)

“Ancient Olympia is at the center of a comprehensive, long-term plan by the Ministry of Culture to protect, restore and showcase its unique monumental heritage,” Lina Mendoni says

Repatriation of Ancient Capital from Münster, Germany

According to a statement from the Greek Ministry of Culture, the repatriation of an ancient column capital was made possible thanks to the sensitivity and courage of a German woman who had possessed it since the 1960s

Fire now in Chelidoni, Ancient Olympia — Burn victim rescued, settlements evacuated

Ground and air forces are operating on site, with strong winds

The head of the griffin has returned to Ancient Olympia and is now displayed in the museum – See photos

Lina Mendoni stated that the archaeological treasure has returned to the place it belongs

Joyce DiDonato: The official premiere of the renowned opera singer’s film-concert at the Athens Concert Hall

Filmed in Ancient Olympia

Ancient Olympia’s Gymnasium Revealed – See Photos

Excavations are ongoing - Built in the 2nd century BC next to the bed of the Cladeus River

The Lighting Ceremony of the Olympic Flame at Ancient Olympia (video)

The Lighting Ceremony took place in the presence of the President of the Republic, Katerina Sakellaropoulou

An interactive experience in Ancient Olympia and Athens 2004

At the facilities of the International Olympic Academy

Ancient Olympia: Site of the Sacred Hieros Gamos

The Hieros Gamos or Sacred Marriage, embodied the union of the male and female, to celebrate fertility and new life born from the Mother-Goddess

Boy, 15, tragically dies in his sleep in Ancient Olympia

The reasons for his death are unclear

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