Today, the remnants of the grand Temple of Olympian Zeus serve as an open-air museum favored by visitors who are eager to unfold the complex story of Greece in general and central Athens in particular.
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Olympia Temple of Zeus: The ruined Temple of Zeus that stands today in the archaeological site of Olympia was built to honor the chief of the gods. It was probably constructed at around 470 B.C when the ancient Olympic Games were at their peak.
Yes, visiting the Temple of Olympian Zeus is worthwhile as it is renowned for being one of the largest temples in ancient Greece. You can explore the temple ruins and learn about the history and mythology of ancient Greece.
In 391 AD, with the rise of Christianity, the Romans banned the Olympic Games and closed down the Greek temples. The statue of Zeus was subsequently transferred to Constantinople. In 462 AD, a fire destroyed the palace where the statue was located, causing it to be permanently lost.