Temple of Zeus, Olympia

is really Temple of Zeus at Olympia, Elis

Real place, still recognisable

Temple of Zeus at Olympia, Elis
Temple of Zeus, Olympia in Assassin's Creed Odyssey
In gameReal world

Real-world photo: Wikimedia Commons

How close does the game get to the real place?

In the game

The great temple at the heart of the sanctuary of Olympia, where Kassandra competes in the Olympic Games. Inside stands the giant gold-and-ivory statue of Zeus.

The real place

The statue of Zeus by Pheidias was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World. Earthquakes later toppled the temple; one of its columns was put back up in 2004.

Visiting

Ancient Olympia is a small village in the western Peloponnese. The site and museum need half a day; the stadium where the games were held is a short walk from the temple.

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