The Gold Book of Patras | Page 87

 Ancient Olympia About 100km from Patras, you will find Ancient Olympia, another charming tourism destination, mainly due to its great archaeological, cultural and historical value. With Patras as a base, make a daily trip with your family or friends to the birthplace and seat of the Olympic Games, to see the most glorious temple of Ancient Greece dedicated to Zeus. Admire the archaeological site and the chancel, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. In Ancient Olympia excavations brought to light parts of the temple of Zeus that, until this day, were exhibited to the Museum of Louvre in Paris.