George E. Koronaios · CC0 1.0 Why visit
Ancient healing sanctuary renowned for its exceptionally preserved theatre and sacred buildings. Epidaurus became a major sanctuary of Asklepios, god of healing, from the Classical period onward. Pilgrims came for ritual and treatment, while the theatre, built in the fourth century BCE and later enlarged, served festivals connected with the cult. The visit is strongest when you focus on ancient theatre, temple and healing complex and stadium.
What you will see
- Ancient theatre.
- Temple and healing complex.
- Stadium.
History
Epidaurus became a major sanctuary of Asklepios, god of healing, from the Classical period onward. Pilgrims came for ritual and treatment, while the theatre, built in the fourth century BCE and later enlarged, served festivals connected with the cult.
Photographs
George E. Koronaios · CC0 1.0 · full attribution on the image credits page.
Visitor tips
- 1
Prioritise Ancient theatre if you have less time than the full suggested visit.
- 2
Leave enough time for Temple and healing complex rather than treating Sanctuary of Asklepios at Epidaurus as a quick photo stop.
About Peloponnese
Fortified towns, Mycenaean and Classical archaeology, Byzantine centres, caves and mountain heritage.
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