Landmarks
Ruins of iconic 5th-century B.C. temple complex on Athens' rocky hilltop undergoing restoration.
Acropolis of Athens
King of all the gods. He had many magical powers. He could shape shift and make himself look like anybody. He could throw his lightning bolts and do all kinds of damage. He could throw his voice and make himself sound like anybody.
Zeus
The 1896 Summer Olympics was the first international Olympic Games held in modern history. What was the first Olympics referred to as?
Games of the I Olympiad
She is goddess of wisdom, courage, inspiration, civilization, law and justice, strategic warfare, mathematics, strength, strategy, the arts, crafts, and skill.
Athena
What is the largest island in Greece?
Crete
Restored, landmark temple ruins on archaeological site with iconic Doric columns built from 447 BC.
Parthenon
He had deep blue eyes and streaming green hair. He was moody and restless and powerful. He could magically make an island appear, or a tidal wave cover the shoreline, or send a wave to suck you right off the beach. All it took was a wave of his hand!
Poseidon
What year did the Summer Olympics return to Greece in Athens?
2004
The goddess of wild animals, the hunt, and vegetation, and of chastity and childbirth. Twin sister of Apollo
Artemis
Which Greek island did the famous mythological adventurer-hero Odysseus hail from?
Ithaca
The highest mountain in Greece. It is located a mountain range on the border between Thessaly and Macedonia, between the regional units of Pieria and Larissa, about 80 km southwest from Thessaloniki.
Mount Olympus
The god of war. He was true royalty as far as the gods were concerned. His parents were the king and queen of the ancient Greek god world. His father was Zeus and his mother was Hera.
Ares
In 2018, 89 countries will participating in the 2018 PyeongChang Winter Olympics. How many countries participated in the very first Olympics?
14
Ancient Greek goddess of sexual love and beauty. She is known for being mischievous, flirty, beautiful, and very good at seduction. She is known to have flings with other Gods, and mortals like Ares, Adonis, & Ankhises
Aphrodite
What is the capital of Greece?
Athens
Greek island and archaeological site in the Aegean Sea's Cyclades archipelago, near Mykonos. The mythological birthplace of Apollo, it was a major religious center and port during the 1st millennium B.C. The island's ruins encompass Doric temples, markets, an amphitheater, houses with mosaics and the iconic Terrace of the Lions statues.
Delos
He had lots of jobs in the ancient Greek god world. One of them was to bring up the sun. Another was to watch over music and musicians. He was a gentle god. But he could lose his temper if provoked enough. When he did, he always got even in very clever ways. He also has a twin sister.
Apollo
What continent has not hosted the Olympics?
Africa
Greek Goddess of Spring. Daughter of Demeter and Zeus, She is the beautiful goddess of spring. She is called Kore: Beautiful Maiden, She is also the Queen of the Underworld. Her story is one of abduction, love, grief, and celebration.
Persephone
What type of climate does Greece have?
mild, wet winters, hot, dry summers. This type of climate is known as a Mediterranean climate.
A former colossal temple at the centre of the Greek capital Athens. This was an outdoor sanctuary dedicated to a powerful God.
The Temple of Olympian Zeus, also known as the Olympieion or Columns of the Olympian Zeus
He was highly trusted by both gods and humans. He was the youngest son of Zeus. Zeus decided to make him the messenger and the deal maker of the gods.
Hermes
The United States will host the Olympics again in 2028. How many times has the United States previously hosted the games?
8 Times
1904 Summer St. Louis
1932 Winter Lake Placid
1932 Summer Los Angeles
1960 Winter Squaw Valley
1980 Winter Lake Placid
1984 Summer Los Angeles
1996 Summer Atlanta
2002 Winter Salt Lake City
She was the goddess of motherhood and, with her children, a protectress of the young. Her name and iconography suggest she was also a goddess of modesty and womanly demure.
Leto
How many islands (including uninhabited islands) are there in Greece?
A. 100 B. 169 C. Around 3200 D. Over 1400
D. Over 1400
There are only 169 inhabited islands in Greece.