Peloponnesus Collection (#3)

Greece, Olympia, Temple of Hera
Greece - Olympia, Temple of Hera, 6th century b.C

Greece, Peloponnesus, Greek theatre from Hellenistic period, by architect Policleto near shrine of Esculapio
Greece - Peloponnesus - Epidaurus (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1988). Greek theatre from the Hellenistic period, built around 340 b.C. by the architect Policleto near the shrine of Esculapio

Greece, Peloponnesus, Corinth, ruins of Agora, Temple of Apollo with Acrocorinth in background
Greece - Peloponnesus - Corinth. Ruins of the Agora: a view of the temple of Apollo with Acrocorinth in the background, 550-525 b.C

Old ruins of a temple, Temple Of Apollo, Corinth, Peloponnesus, Greece
Greece - Peloponnesus - Corinth. Ancient Corinth. Temple of Apollo (6th century b.C.)

Greece, Peloponnesus, Aerial view of Epidaurus
Aerial view of Epidaurus - Peloponnesus, Greece

Greece, Peloponnesus, Epidaurus Hellenistic Theatre designed by architect Polyclitus
Greece - Peloponnesus - Epidaurus (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1988). Hellenistic Theatre designed by architect Polyclitus, 4th century b.C

Old ruins of a tomb, Beehive Tomb, The Palace Of Nestor, Peloponnesus, Pylos, Greece
Greece - Peloponnesus - Pylos. Tholos tomb at Palace of King Nestor

Old ruins of a fountain, Fountain Of Peirene, Corinth, Peloponnesus, Greece
Greece - Peloponnesus - Corinth. Ancient Corinth. Fountain of Peirene

Stone wall on a mountain, Tiryns, Peloponnesus, Greece
Greece - Peloponnesus - Tiryns. Remains of acropolis

Greece, Peloponnesus, Olympia, remains of Philippeion, built by Philip II of Macedonia after battle of Chaeronea
Greece - Peloponnesus - Olympia (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1989), remains of Philippeion. Built by Philip II of Macedonia after the battle of Chaeronea, 338 b.C

Low angle view of a fortress, Acrocorinth, Corinth, Peloponnesus, Greece
Greece - Peloponnesus - Corinth. Acrocorinth. Fortified citadel

Greece, Peloponnesus, Argos, ruins of Theatre and Roman baths, Larissa citadel
Greece - Peloponnesus - Argos - Ruins of Theatre and Roman baths. Larissa citadel

Headless statue of goddess Hygieia from Epidaurus, Greece
Greek civilization, 4th century b.C. Headless statue of goddess Hygieia. From Epidaurus, Greece

Ancient Greek coin 430-390 BCE
Peloponnesos, Sikyo, 430-390 BCE Silver stater Ancient Greek coin (private collection)

Lion Gate. s. XIV BC. GREECE. Mycenae. Gate located
Lion Gate. s.XIV BC. GREECE. Mycenae. Gate located at the northern side of the wall. Mycenaean art. Architecture

Temple of Apollo Epikourios at Bassae. 450 BC. GREECE. PELOPONNESE. ARCADIA. Bassae. Classical Greek art

Greek Art. Sanctuary of Olympia. Entrance to Olympic stadium. Stone arch. III B. C
Greek Art. Sanctuary of Olympia. Entrance to Olympic stadium. Stone arch. III B.C. The east of archaelogical site. Elis. Peloponesse. Greece. Europe

Lady in Greek Costume
Lady in Greek costume of the Peloponnese, photographed in Athens. Date: circa 1910s

Algerian Iris (Iris unguicularis) close-up of flower petal, Peloponesos, Southern Greece, april

Greek Windflower (Anemone blanda) close-up of flower, growing in mediterranean macchia, Peloponesos, Southern Greece, april

Algerian Iris (Iris unguicularis) flowering, Peloponesos, Southern Greece, april

Heldreichs Bee Orchid (Ophrys heldreichii) close-up of flower, Peloponesos, Southern Greece, april

Nettle-tree Butterfly (Libythea celtis) two adults, roosting on bramble leaves with early morning frost, Peloponesos, Southern Greece, april

Nettle-tree Butterfly (Libythea celtis) adult male, basking in sunshine after emerging from winter hibernation, Peloponesos, Southern Greece, april

Green-underside Blue (Glaucopsyche alexis) adult female, resting on grass with early morning dew, Peloponesos, Southern Greece, april

Eastern Orange-tip (Anthocharis damone) adult female, roosting on grass with morning dew, Peloponesos, Southern Greece, april

Long-tailed Blue (Lampides boeticus) adult, resting on Sheep's Sorrel (Rumex acetosella) stem, Peloponesos, Southern Greece, april

Southern Festoon (Zerynthia polyxena) adult male, roosting on unfurling fern frond, Peloponesos, Southern Greece, april

Southern Swallowtail (Papilio alexanor) adult male, feeding on French Tamarisk (Tamarix gallica) flowers, Peloponesos, Greece, april

Gruner's Orange-tip (Anthocharis gruneri) two adult males, roosting on White Asphodel (Asphodelus albus) stem, Peloponesos, Southern Greece, april

Bremifera Bee Orchid (Ophrys bremifera) close-up of flower, Peloponesos, Southern Greece, april

Rheinhold's Bee Orchid (Ophrys reinholdii) close-up of flower, Peloponesos, Southern Greece, april

Attica's Orchid (Ophrys attica) close-up of flowers, Peloponesos, Southern Greece, april

Bory's Orchid (Orchis boryi) flowerspike, growing in meadow, Peloponesos, Southern Greece, april

Bory's Orchid (Orchis boryi) close-up of flower, growing in meadow, Peloponesos, Southern Greece, april

Hebe's Orchid (Ophrys hebes) close-up of flower, Peloponesos, Southern Greece, april

Horseshoe Orchid (Ophrys ferrum-equinum) close-up of flower and buds, Peloponesos, Southern Greece, april

Mammosa's Early Spider Orchid (Ophrys mammosa) close-up of flower, Peloponesos, Southern Greece, april

Argolis Orchid (Ophrys argolica) close-up of flowers, Peloponesos, Southern Greece, april

Helen's Bee Orchid (Ophrys helenae) close-up of flower, Peloponesos, Southern Greece, april

Aesculapi's Early Spider Orchid (Ophrys aesculapii) close-up of flowers, Peloponesos, Southern Greece, april

Horned Orchid (Ophrys cornuta) close-up of flower, Peloponesos, Southern Greece, april

Argolis Orchid (Ophrys argolica) close-up of flower, Peloponesos, Southern Greece, april

Black-widow Iris (Hermodactylus tuberosus) flowering, growing on mediterranean macchia, Peloponesos, Southern Greece, april

Candid Orchid (Ophrys candica) close-up of flower, Peloponesos, Southern Greece, april

Horned Orchid (Ophrys cornuta) close-up of flowers, Peloponesos, Southern Greece, april

Speckled Bush-cricket (Leptophytes punctatissima) first instar young, resting on Horseshoe Orchid (Ophrys ferrum-equinum) flower sepals, Peloponesos, Southern Greece, april

Peloponnese, Greece. Aerial photograph of Peloponnese (also known as Peloponnisos), a large peninsula in southern Greece. It is separated from mainland Greece by the Corinthian Gulf

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Peloponnesus, a region steeped in the rich history of Ancient Greece and its colonies around the Aegean. This peninsula was once the heart of the powerful Ancient Greek empire, with its cities and states shaping the course of civilization. As we explore a map of the Peloponnesus of ancient Greece, we are transported back in time to witness the grandeur and beauty that characterized this land. The remnants of Greek civilization can still be seen today, such as a mesmerizing marble slab with relief attributed to School of Praxiteles depicting Muses from Mantinea, Greece. Mycenaean Art takes us even further into antiquity, showcasing intricate designs found in Mycenae's Royal Tombs. The iconic Lion Gate stands tall as a symbol of strength and power in Arcadia. Meanwhile, an intriguing figure carved on stone introduces us to everyday life during 1500 BC - 1100 BC—a woman working diligently in her kitchen. Venturing deeper into Peloponnesus reveals more wonders: Sparta's ruins bear witness to its legendary status as a formidable city-state. Mistra's Monastery of Pantanassa exudes tranquility amidst breathtaking surroundings. The artistry displayed by our ancestors is awe-inspiring; their creativity captured through various mediums like warrior heads sculpted during Mycenaean times or coins depicting mythical creatures like Chimera from 400-300 BCE. A squat lekythos oil jar showcases unknown creators' talents between 430-410 BCE. Peloponnesus continues to captivate us with its historical significance and cultural heritage—an enchanting place where past meets present at every turn.