Olympia

Olympia: Cult, Sport, and Ancient Festival is a comprehensive history and archaeology guide focusing on the development of one of the most famous sanctuaries in the Greek world. This volume 1 text examines the site's evolution from a religious center into a renowned stage for athletes. It provides a detailed look at the Olympic games and the surrounding festivals that first emerged in the 7th century BC.

The book analyzes the sanctuary's artwork created by master sculptors and the monuments commissioned by Alexander the Great and other ancient kings. Ulrich Sinn explores the intersection of sports and religion, including the relationship between the games and Emperor Nero. Incorporating recent archaeological evidence, this history work offers a professional study of the Zeustempel and the broader cultural landscape of ancient Greece.