The Pythian Games of Delphi

The long ancient running track of the Stadium of Delphi beneath the cliffs, venue of the Pythian Games

The Pythian Games were one of the great pan-Hellenic festivals of the ancient Greek world, staged high on the slopes of Mount Parnassus at the sanctuary of Delphi in honour of the god Apollo. Held once every four years, they ranked second only to the Olympic Games in prestige, drawing athletes, musicians, poets and spectators … Read more