Leonidas Monument
Leonidas Monument
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andrew h
Leicester, England, United Kingdom61 contributions
Oct. 2022 • Solo
It was a nice walk to see it but at the end of the day it was kinda underwelming. I both know and love the history behind him but honestly going to see his tomb is better Leonidas.
Written 17 October 2022
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Alfred V
Amsterdam, The Netherlands2,824 contributions
Sep. 2022
This statue of a Spartan warrior sits outside the present-day sports stadium. It gives the whole place some historic perspective.
Written 13 October 2022
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Fergs85
Thornton-Le-Dale, UK1,036 contributions
Jul. 2022
Sparta is a relatively modern city, but one dominant image which is worth seeing is the statue of Leonidas, whose reputation largely rests on his role in the battle of Thermopylae, 480BC, when he led a diminutive force of Greeks against the overwhelming ranks of a huge Persian army Needless to say, Leonidas perished in this impossible task, and so has gone down in legend. The statue is suitably heroic and substantial, and it’s worth visiting in order to pay homage to a legendary Greek.
Written 2 August 2022
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Marvin B
Forest Lake, MN23 contributions
May 2022
A fantastic statue to get a photo with to highlight your time in Sparta. Sits right at the entrance to the ruins of ancient Sparta.
Written 12 May 2022
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brilliantcreature
Zaporizhzhya, Ukraine388 contributions
Sep. 2021
The statue. It's all. But there are few attractions in Sparta. So if you go by, take a look (and a photo).
Written 1 October 2021
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Ηλίας Γ
Varberg, Sweden5 contributions
Jan. 2021 • Family
Must see. Must take pictures. The King of the Kings. Everybody must visit the statue. "This is Sparta".
Written 13 March 2021
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Tom Carter
455 contributions
Oct. 2020 • Couples
... what ?! Wait, can that be it?! Are we at the right spot? ... guess so, the statue is there. Well that’s about it and if you stand close enough and blend out the surroundings... still no proper place for a hero :’(
Written 26 October 2020
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hcoumoussis
Athens, Greece48 contributions
Sep. 2020
It was a nice walk up the main street Kon. Palaiologou and at the end is the statue of Leonidas where you can take photos.
Written 28 September 2020
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Greek Orthodox Vlogger
Patras, Greece10 contributions
Jul. 2020
Ancient Sparti (Sparta in the Doric dialect) was a city-state in Ancient Greece that has become known in world history for its military might, discipline and heroism. The military power of Sparta was due to the system of Education imposed by the legislation of Lycurgus, which was unique in ancient Greece. The history that took place in 480 BC is very well known. A small Spartan force led by King Leonidas fought a legendary battle to the last in Thermopylae against the huge Persian army, inflicting countless casualties before finally being betrayed by Efealtes and were all killed by the Persians. The story became a movie called "300" and starred Gerard Butler as Leonidas. We visit the modern city of Sparta as well as the interesting archeological site with the ancient theater and the wonderful view of the city and Taygetos. Watch the video on my youtube channel, GreekOrthodoxVlogger
Written 5 July 2020
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John K
Piraeus, Greece14 contributions
Dec. 2019 • Couples
Closed to the central square
About ten minutes walking
Better to read the history if you do my know it
In order to understand and appreciate the monument
About ten minutes walking
Better to read the history if you do my know it
In order to understand and appreciate the monument
Written 25 December 2019
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Qualcuno sa dirmi cosa c'é scritto oltre a "Molon Labe" sulla base della statua? Grazie in anticipo
Danio Padovani
Verona, Italy
VIENI A PRENDERLE (le armi)
Panos S. Koumantaros, di Lacedemone, dedicò a Sparta questa statua del re Leonida con questo èroo (=monumento ad un eroe)
1968
niagrace
Silver Lake, NH49 contributions
what are the best places to view the race?
Val
Sparta, Greece91 contributions
The best place to see the finish of Spartathlon is under the statue and near the statue of Leonidas. The first athlete finishes about 6 in the morning and the last one about 7 in the afternoon. during the whole day many events are happening. it's a great experience because the place is so crowded and full of colors, flags and athletes from all over the world and also Spartan citizens. Trust my opinion I'm a citizen living near there!!!
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- Hotels near Leonidas Monument:
- (0.23 km) Apollon Hotel
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- (0.28 km) Hotel Sparta Inn
- (0.52 km) Hotel Maniatis
- Restaurants near Leonidas Monument:
- (0.03 km) Loucoulos
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