An absolute treasure trove for those interested in ancient history will be exhibited in Berlin. The sacred ground of Olympia will come to life at the “Olympia: Mythos, Culture and Games” exhibition and will await history enthusiasts from all over the world. With more than 1000 exhibits related to the birthplace of the Olympics the Martin-Gropius-Bau Museum is expected to become a major pole of attraction from August 7th to January 13th of 2013.
The exhibits will be drawn from some of the world’s most renowned museums including the Vatican, the Louvre, the National Archaeological Museum of Athens, the Archaeological Museums of Olympia & Rome, the Monetary Museum of Athens, the archaeological collections of Dresden and Munich as well as the Antiquities’ Collection of Berlin.
Who would want to miss so many exhibits in one place? “Olympia: Mythos, Culture and Games” is honestly going to be a once in a lifetime experience.
This revelatory experience is owed to the Hellenic Ministry of Education and Religious Affairs, Culture and Sports who took initiative so as to introduce to the world the greatness of ancient Greek history and culture. The exhibition has been provided by the Berlin Capital Cultural Fund and the German Savings Banks and Giro Association as well as the A.G. Leventis and John S. Latsis Public Benefit Foundations in Athens.
Held under the aegis of the Greek President Karolos Papoulias and the current president of the Federal Republic of Germany Joachim Gauck the exhibition will be divided into three sections: The shrine of Olympia, The Olympic Games, The History & Excavations.
This marvellous exhibition taking place in Berlin is considered the highlight of the year. The ancient city of Olympia, home of one of the world’s seven wonders, the statue of Zeus will unveil its glorious past and allow those attending the exhibition to embark on a journey through the shadows of history.
There is still time to visit Berlin and set off on this exciting journey to the wonders of the past. Are you ready?
Credits: Images taken from berlinerfestspiele.de and http://archaeologynewsnetwork.blogspot.gr
