OLYMPIA

Ancient Olympia is one of the most important sites in the world – it is the place where the Olympic Games were held, a place seen as sacred because of its soothing effect on individuals: the shimmering valley of the Alphios river inspired citizens of states at war to suspend hostilities during the Olympic Games religious and athletic celebrations. The games were held every four years from 776 BC to 393 AD uninterruptedly and it is from here the Olympic flame is now transferred to the city elected to host the games.

BIOART Ltd chose the region of Olympia because of its spirit and striking natural beauty as the ideal place for ecological grounding. Bio-Art’s ten acres of woodland, olive groves and lush vegetation, the magnificent sanctuaries and temples in the area cannot but inspire and move every participant in the course.

There are archaeological sites to visit, mountains and rivers to explore, wetlands and caves, salt marshes with a variety of fauna and flora, sand dunes and long stretches of untouched sandy beaches, thermal springs and lakes; all provide an opportunity for an intimate acquaintance with nature.

Olympia is a 4 hour drive from Athens Airport and just over an hour from the port of Patras on the Ionian Sea.

Accommodation is in comfortable hotels in the modern town of Olympia a lively place offering all contemporary amenities.

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