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The Greatest Collection
This is the Sanctuary of Apollo at Delphi as it looked at the time of Caesar. (Click twice on thumbnail to enlarge) The zig-zag road up to the temple was lined with statues—thousands of them, some in gold and silver. … Continue reading
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Tagged ancient sculpture, Delphi, fortune, Greek statues, oracle, statues, temple, votive offering
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