Olympia constitutes a pivotal landmark of great duration, not only for the study of Greek History, but also for the study of civilization of all Mankind. This book, guides us through the Legends, the Myth and the History of this sacred ancient place, which became the cradle of the most important religious and athletic event, that man has ever known, the Olympic Games, and the ethical principles that governed them. The athletic spirit is the most authentic idea that was produced in this land of the Hellenes, an idea that was bequeathed to the whole world by the open rich heart of immortal Olympia.

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