Omphalos of Delphi, Ancient marble stele in Delphi, Greece.
The Omphalos stone measures 1.23 meters in height and 0.92 meters in diameter, featuring intricate relief patterns carved into its marble surface.
During the classical period around 330 BCE, this stone monument marked what ancient Greeks considered the exact center point of the world.
The marble stele represented the connection between mortal and divine realms, serving as a focal point for religious ceremonies at the Apollo sanctuary.
The original stone artifact remains preserved in the Delphi Archaeological Museum, while a simplified replica stands at the excavation site.
Ancient records mention that the stone once displayed gilded eagles and precious stones arranged in a mermaid pattern on its decorated surface.
Height: 1.23 m
Diameter: 0.92 m
Made from material: marble
GPS coordinates: 38.48169,22.50130
Latest update: May 27, 2025 09:27
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