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Odysseus was worshipped as a god in Ithaca during the Hellenistic period, and the striking revelations from archaeological research

Recent archaeological research at the School of Homer in northern Ithaca has uncovered a monumental complex with the characteristics of a sanctuary and palace directly linked to Odysseus. Inscriptions bearing his name, along with the continuous use of the site from the Mycenaean to the Roman period, confirm that the hero was not only a mythological figure, but a historical person who was also worshipped as a god

Matt Damon transforms into “Odysseus” – See new photos from the filming in Pylos

Christopher Nolan's highly anticipated film "Odyssey" has been filming in Greece since February

Hollywood goes Messinia: Odysseus’ Trireme returns with Matt Damon

Directed by Oscar-winning Christopher Nolan, the shooting of "Odyssey" begins in Voidokoilia and Nestor's cave, with a number of famous actors - The film is expected to take off the prospect of film production in Greece

Juliette Binoche and Ralph Fiennes reflect on “The Return” – A modern reimagining of Homer’s Odyssey

The acclaimed actors share their personal journeys and insights on reinterpreting the Odyssey's timeless themes in "The Return," directed by Uberto Pasolini

Kefalonia: Is it really Odysseus’ Ithaca? – New documentary on homer’s mythical king

The natural descriptions of Ithaca by Homer are clues that suggest it might actually be the island of Kefalonia, according to a new documentary—though residents of modern Ithaca have consistently opposed this idea

Your Guide to Ithaca

The Ionian island of Ithaca is home to the mythical hero Odysseus

Ithaca: Explore the magical Ionian island of Homer’s Odysseus

A quiet, serene location

Νο NASA maps do not confirm that the myth of Odysseus actually existed

Read more about the study

Greek mythology predicted automation

Though the Greeks did not know how technology would work, they could foreshadow its rise in society, Dr Mayor claims

Excavations at Palace of Odysseus to resume in Ithaca

The Ioannina University carried out the excavations until 2009

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