Arachova & Delphi

Favorite pictures from the breakfast in Arachova to the ruins of Delphi and the museum.

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Perfect Positioning

Leaders would go to the "oracle of Delphi" to gain Apollo's insights as to what course of action to take. The priestess would give vague answers that could be interpreted in ways that suited the person seeking answers. However, the priestess thought she was getting answers from Apollo because she was sitting on a fault line where gases were rising from the ground. This perfect spot created hallucinogenic effects, allowing her to see Apollo's messages. It was also a middle point between Sparta and Athens who were constantly at war with one another.

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Oracle - Person, Place, or Thing?

Most of us assume that the "orcale of Delphi" was a person that delivered a vague message to those seeking a prophesy. However, "oracle" actually refers to the message that was given by the priestess. In other words, the "oracle" could be interpreted to suit the interest of the one asking.

Peloponnese Mountains

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