The Archaeological Museum of Dion and the Hydraulis
Statues pulled from the sanctuaries, treasures of daily Macedonian life — and the oldest pipe organ ever discovered.
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The Ancient Theatre of Dion
A Hellenistic theatre at the foot of Olympus where drama contests honoured Zeus — and where performances still take place every summer.
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The Sanctuary of Isis: Egypt at the Foot of Olympus
A water-blessed sanctuary where the Egyptian goddess was worshipped beside Greek gods — one of the most atmospheric corners of Dion.
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Dion Archaeological Park: The Sacred City of Zeus
At the foot of Olympus, ancient Dion was the sacred city of the Macedonians — where Alexander the Great sacrificed to Zeus before conquering the world.
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The Villa of Dionysus and Its Famous Mosaic
A luxurious Roman mansion whose banquet hall floor carries one of the great mosaics of the ancient world.
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The Sanctuaries of Zeus at Dion
Zeus Olympios and Zeus Hypsistos — the twin sanctuaries that made Dion the spiritual capital of the Macedonians.
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The Great Baths of Dion: Roman Luxury Under Olympus
Hypocausts, mosaics and marble pools — the public baths where the citizens of Dion socialised in style.
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Alexander the Great and Dion
Before conquering the world, Alexander came to Dion — to sacrifice to Zeus and to celebrate with his army.
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Leibethra: The City of Orpheus
On the eastern slopes of Olympus lie the ruins of Leibethra, where tradition places the tomb of the mythical musician Orpheus.
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