Temple of Zeus in Olympia
Temple of Zeus in Olympia, Ancient temple in Olympia, Greece
The Temple of Zeus at Olympia was an ancient Greek temple in Olympia, Greece, dedicated to the god Zeus.
The temple was constructed by the architect Libon, with carving work overseen by Pheidias, around 470-457 BC.
It was considered one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World due to its grandeur and the statue of Zeus that it housed.
Today, only ruins remain, but they are a popular tourist attraction in Greece.
The temple once housed the Statue of Zeus, which was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World.
Location: Ancient Olympia Municipality
Inception: 460 BCE
Architect: Libon
Architectural style: ancient Greek architecture
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