Temple of Zeus, Olympia

The Temple of Zeus was a temple dedicated to the god Zeus in the Sanctuary of Olympia in Elis, Greece.
==History==
Around 435 BCE the renowned Athenian sculptor Phidias finished the massive statue of Zeus made of gold and ivory, considered one of the Wonders of the World.Assassin's Creed: Odyssey Assassin's Creed: Odyssey – Elis: Elis Coinage and Banner
During the 428 BCE Olympic Games, the temple was visited by the Spartan misthios Kassandra with her friend Barnabas.Assassin's Creed: Odyssey – Barnabas Abroad She visited the temple again at the request of Phidias soon after.Assassin's Creed: Odyssey – The Message, the Stick, and the Artist
==Behind the scenes==
Instead of its real marble pedimental sculptures, the temple has the same fictional bronze pedimental sculptures depicting the , the battle between the Giants and the Greek gods in Greek mythology that are also shared by other temples in game.
The metopes of the temple are true to its real counterparts and depict seven of the Labours of Hercules. They are also inaccurately depicted on the Parthenon and other temples in game.
==Appearances==
*Assassin's Creed: Odyssey
==References==
Category:Locations in Elis
Category:Locations in the Valley of Olympia
Category:Landmarks in the Sanctuary of Olympia
Category:Temples
Category:Viewpoints