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Temple of Apollo
religious significance
Apollo was the predominant god worshipped there but he was not the only one, there were multiple
It was a panhellenic sanctuary, meaning Greeks all over the country had the right to gather and worship
Eastern pediment depicted the arrival of Apollo by chariot, with other gods behind him; emphasising his domain at Delphi. In the corners lions were depicted eating other animals, symbolising the Gods' power over other creatures
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there was a theatre there to honour Dionysus (god of theatre), it is believed that he stayed in Delphi for 3 months during winter
city states set up treasuries, stoas, and monuments showing the panhellenic nature of the site
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political significance
held theatrical and athletic events (Pythian games), which took place every 4 years
There were a few cases of bribery, a noble Athenian family had bribed the Pythian priestess to bid any Spartans which came to speak to her to set Athens free
According to a myth, Zeus sent two eagles one east one west and they met at Delphi, therefore Delphi was considered to be the centre of the world - increased its significance and the likelihood of people visiting
The sacred way was also used to promote their military victories - they are best seen at the beginning of the sacred way
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Before meeting the Pythia, worshippers had to buy a small sacrificial cake from Delphinians that was burned on the altar - the people of Delphi profited from tourism
key facts
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It is believed that Apollo defeated a Python which was terrorising the area, leading to the people worshipping him