Delphi, Phocis, Central Greece 作者： 来源： 发布时间：2021-03-02
I. Population, Area and Transportation
Total Area: 1,121.7km2
Elevation: 632m (2,073ft)
Municipal unit density: 24/km2(63/sq mi)
Population: 26,716(2011)
Delphi is small enough that walking is really the only means of transportation required. The museum and archaeological site are both in walking distance from the town. Taxis however are readily available. While the bus to/from Athens (and every city included on the route) is direct; for/from all other destinations, you have to take a bus to the close city of Itea and then wait for the Delphi shuttle. (The wait is not long in season).
From Athens by Bus
There are several companies offering day trips from Athens to Delphi, prices varying from €80 to €100. To save money, you can easily organise your own day trip utilising Athens long distance buses. The journey takes about 3 hours. One-way fare: €16,40 (no discount for return ticket). Seats are numbered.
Buses leave several times a day from Bus Terminal B. Finding this terminal is a bit tricky, as it is not on a main road and local buses do not stop there. As shown on this map, you can take a bus to Liosion Street and get out around number 260. Then walk to parallel street Agiou Dimitriou Oplon. Use Google Maps Public Transport to find buses to 260 Liosion St. See also Athens Guide: Bus Terminal B.
It is recommended to buy bus (return) tickets to Delphi the day in advance, to be sure they are not sold out, as well as to familiarize yourself with the directions to the bus terminal.
From Athens by Car
Delphi is an easily-doable day trip by car from Athens. The drive is very picturesque.
Depending traffic, the one-way trip can take between 2.5 to 4.0 hours. There are a couple toll roads on the way. The toll stations should generally accept credit cards, but be sure to have cash in case they do not. During the warmer summer months, road conditions and visibility can be excellent. However, use caution during the colder winter months or during any rainy season. Also, the roads appeared to have multiple automated speed sensors. Be sure to drive carefully and obey all traffic laws.
II.Natural Geography (environment and resources)
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V.Attractions
Temple of Apollo
Located at the end of the Sacred Way, the Temple of Apollo was the center of the god’s cult and the seat of the high priestess, Pythia. The importance of the site dictated the erection of the temple by money that was collected from all the Greek city-states in conjunction with some from the foreign rulers as well. The deepest chamber of the temple, 'Adyton', was only accessible by Pythia and the priests, when she was delivering the prophecies of Apollo.
The existing ruins on the site belong to the latest phase of the building succeeding older ones made out of stone, copper, beeswax, and feathers or even entirely made out of laurel leaves! On its walls, sayings of the Seven Sages were inscribed, such as the famous quote ‘Know thyself' by Thales of Miletus.
VI. History
Dedicated to the god Apollo, the sanctuary of Delphi was home to a famous oracle who gave predictions to people and ancient authorities, and it was considered to be the center of the world. According to mythology, it was the point where two eagles – one from the east and the other from the west – that were sent by Zeus met. The history of the sanctuary can be traced back to ancient myths, which state that the place was the lair of a dangerous serpent named Python, who was killed by Apollo.
Delphi was also home to the Pythian Games, ancient competitions which took place every four years in honor of Apollo. Aside from the usual athletic events, it also included poetry and musical contests. In fact, when the games were held for the first time in the 6th century BC, they only included musical competitions, with athletic games being added over time. The Pythian Games completely stopped in the 4th century CE.
Though the occupation of the sanctuary can be traced back to the Neolithic period, the majority of the ruins still standing today date from the 6th century BC, which corresponds to the most intense period of activity at the site. The first stone temples, belonging to Apollo and Athena, were built towards the end of the 7th century BC. Literary and archaeological records show that other gods, including Artemis, Poseidon, Dionysus, and Hermes, were also linked to the sanctuary.
VII. Other Information
It is recognised by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site in having had a great influence in the ancient world, as evidenced by the various monuments built there by most of the important ancient Greek city-states, demonstrating their fundamental Hellenic unity.
VIII.Contact Information
City Building
201 S. Union St.
Delphi, Indiana 46923
Anita Werling, Mayor
Marilyn McKnight, Assistant
Phone: (765)-564-2097