Philippeion
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Tags : Historical Site
Timings : 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM
Ticket Prices : EUR 12 (indclusive of the entire complex)
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Philippeion, Olympia Overview
One of the finest examples of monumental architecture, the Philippeion is the only circular structure in the whole of Altis. Dating back to 338 BC, this temple was built by Philip II of Macedon following his victory over Athens and their allies at the Battle of Chaeronea. It is also strategically placed within the sacred perimeter.
Perched on three steps, the external colonnade consists of 18 Ionian columns surrounding the circular structure, whose roof was covered in marble tiles, antefixes with palmettes, and drip mouldings in the shape of lions' heads. The temple complex was rightly dedicated to God Zeus, who had it constructed, and Alexander, Philip's son, finished it after his death.
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