Delphi, Greece: Spectacular Ancient Site

Ancient Delphi, perched high on the slopes of Mt. Parnassos, was not a city. It was the site of the oracle of Apollo, god of the sun. People would journey here from all over the known world to seek wisdom from the gods on vital affairs of state. Tourists today zig-zag up the ancient Sacred Way to the Temple of Apollo. The path is flanked by the remains of Delphi's famous treasuries — monuments erected by city-states in gratitude for the oracle's advice. For more information on the Rick Steves' Europe TV series — including episode descriptions, scripts, participating stations, travel information on destinations and more — visit www.ricksteves.com.

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[otirudam]

real nice photography, you had a wonderful clear day and the shots are very good.

[tripios]

@ragley1980 offcourse it is safe and its more cheaper now ;)

[Vyrsel]

@ragley1980

Just stay away from Athens, even though I don't think it would be anymore dangerous there than the last time you were there, strikes and protests could potentially ruin your vacation in other ways. The islands are probably more or less unaffected, and since they rely on touristm, now would be a perfect time to go. Cheers from Sweden!

[ragley1980]

I traveled to Athens, Santorini and Crete back in 2000. Is safe for Americans to go there now, with all the economic difficulties in Greece?

[spinmonkey4401]

Steve, I think you would have lost that race were you going up against those young Greek athletes of 2,500 years ago.

[u1b2]

i think you lost that race, steve.

[lancerhammer]

keep it up rick steves!

[pavelavietor1]

hello Rick, you almost pass Heracles thanks for posting

[SweetSnakeBzz]

Amazing views !!!

[truthslap]

know thyself =)