Philippeion - Circular builing of ionic order (338 BC)
Temple of Hera - The oldest temple of the Sanctuary
Among the best specimens of archaic doric temple architecture
According to legend, here was kept the disk of the Sacred Truce
It was peripteral with six columns at the narrow and sixteen columns at the long sides
Nymphaion - Monumental fountain
Hera Altar - Here the lightening of the Olympic Flame takes place
The ceremony has been established since 1936
It signifies the offical beginning of the contemporary Olmpic Games
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Stadium - The capacity of the Stadium is estimated to 45,000 spectators
Treasuries - Small temple-like builings
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Monumental entrance, alter of Demeter Hamyne
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