Epidavros, Sanctuary of Asklepios at Epidaurus

A UNESCO World Heritage Site (1988)

Nestled in a peaceful valley in the Peloponnese, the sanctuary of the god-physician Asklepios is the most celebrated healing center of the ancient Greek and Roman world. Considered the birthplace of medicine, the sanctuary is a valuable testimony to the practice of medicine in antiquity. The site is home to monumental buildings used for worship (the temple and the altar of Asklepios, the Tholos, the Abaton, etc.), as well as secular buildings such as the theatre, the ceremonial Hestiatoreion, the baths, and the palaestra. The Asklepieion survived until the end of antiquity.

Theater at Epidavros                

The Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus is a theatre in the Greek city of Epidaurus, located on the southeast end of the sanctuary dedicated to the ancient Greek God of medicine, Asclepius. It is considered to be the most perfect ancient Greek theatre with regard to acoustics and aesthetics.

Due to its incomparable acoustics, the actors can be perfectly heard by all 15,000 spectators, as you can even hear the sound of a pin dropping.

It was well known from the ancient times until today for its size, the unique architecture and harmonious proportions. It was built by the architect Polykleitos on the side of a mountain and overlooking the sanctuary of Asklepius. This is a superb example of classical theater with an orchestra and the circular area between the seats and the stage.

The Museum at Epidaurus

Museum

Medical Instruments

Stadium

Bath Complex

Posters from the Festival at Epidaurus