Palaestra Collection

Stone pithos in the Palaestra in the ruins of Kurion (Curium) (Kourion), archaeological site in south, island of Cyprus, Europe

Excavation of the site of ancient Olympia, Greece: the Palaestra, the Temple of Hera and the Treasuries (engraving)
5996355 Excavation of the site of ancient Olympia, Greece: the Palaestra, the Temple of Hera and the Treasuries (engraving) by German School

Plan of Olympia, Greece (engraving) (b / w photo)
XJF283190 Plan of Olympia, Greece (engraving) (b/w photo) by German School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: site of the Olympic Games of Ancient Greece; ); German, out of copyright

The palaestra (ancient Greek wrestling school), 1615 (engraving)
3480522 The palaestra (ancient Greek wrestling school), 1615 (engraving) by Gaultier, Leonard (1561-1641); (add.info.: The palaestra (ancient Greek wrestling school)

Maya Civilization. Ball game
Maya Civilization. Mesoamerican ballgame. Litography

Roman baths, artwork C017 / 7251
Roman baths. Cutaway artwork of the typical layout of a grand Roman public bathhouse, with arrows (green) showing the route from the entrance to the exit through the complex of baths (thermae)

Greece. Olympia. Santuary of ancient Greece in Elis. Palaest
Greece. Peloponesse. Olympia. Santuary of ancient Greece in Elis. Palaestra, 3rd century B.C. Hellenistic Period. Ruins. Detail

Greek Art. Sanctuary of Olympia. Ionic column at the Palaestra. Capital. Hellenistic period. 3rd century B.C. Greece

Greek Art. Sanctuary of Olympia. Doric column at the Palaestra. Hellenistic period. 3rd century B.C. Greece

Ostia Antica. Palaestra of the Baths of Neptune
Ostia Antica. Baths of Neptune. 1st - 2nd centuries AD. Palaestra. Italy

In the Palaestra Discus

Greece, Olympia, Palaestra, ancient column ruins
Greece - Western Greece - Olympia. Palaestra

Old ruins of columns, Olympia, Greece
Greece - Western Greece - Olympia. Gymnasion (2nd century b.C.) and Palaestra (3rd century b.C.)

GREECE: OLYMPIA. The Palaestra at Olympia, site of the Olympic Games of antiquity

Palaestra, Greco-Roman gymnasium, Roman site of Thuburbo Majus, Tunisia, North Africa, Africa

Great Palaestra, Pompeii, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Campania, Italy, Europe

View towards the Palaestra (wrestling school), archaeological site, Olympia, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Greece, Europe

Stone pithos in the Palaestra with Temple of Apollo in the background in the ruins of Kourion, south Cyprus, Europe

Columns of Hellenistic gymnasium rebuilt by the Romans, and Palaestra exercise ground, at Salamis, main city of Cyprus between 1075 BC and 650 AD, North Cyprus, Europe

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"Palaestra: Unveiling the Ancient Athletic Traditions" Step into the world of ancient Greece and explore the fascinating concept of palaestra, a place where physical prowess met intellectual pursuits. In the ruins of Kurion (Curium) in Greece's Peloponnese region, a stone pithos stands tall within the Palaestra, serving as a testament to this rich heritage. Travel further back in time to Olympia, an iconic sanctuary that witnessed countless athletic competitions during ancient Greece. Here, amidst its grandeur, lies the Santuary of Ancient Greece - a sacred ground where athletes from all corners gathered to showcase their skills. The Maya Civilization also had their own version of ball games played within their palaestras. Archaeological excavations at Olympia have unearthed remarkable treasures such as the Temple of Hera and various treasuries. Engravings depict these magnificent structures alongside the Palaestra itself, offering glimpses into an era long gone but not forgotten. A black-and-white photograph showcases a detailed plan of Olympia with its intricate layout and architectural wonders. Among them is undoubtedly the Palaestra - an integral part of this revered site that nurtured both body and mind. In 1615, an engraving immortalized another Greek wrestling school known as "the palaestra. " This depiction captures not only physical training but also highlights its cultural significance in shaping society during those times. Elis' Sanctuary in Olympia boasts impressive Greek artistry with Ionic and Doric columns adorning its surroundings. These pillars stand proudly at the entrance to the Palaestra – symbols representing strength and beauty intertwined harmoniously. Venturing beyond Greece's borders takes us to Ostia Antica's Baths of Neptune where we encounter yet another stunning example of a palaestra. This Roman city reveals how this tradition transcended boundaries and influenced civilizations far beyond Hellenic lands.