Epidaurus
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Epidaurus (Ἐπίδαυρος) is an archaeological site in the Argolis region of Greece, southwest of Athens. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site. The ancient city of Epidaurus was on the coast, at a village now called Archaia Epidaurus. However, the impressive ruins are not in the city, but rather at the asclepeion - a ritual center devoted to Asclepius, the Greek god of healing, to which ancient Greeks would journey to in search of a cure for their diseases. The Epidaurus asclepeion is near the modern town of Lygourio, about 12 km inland from the ancient Epidaurus city.
What to Experience in Epidaurus
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Getting There
Multiple OptionsBuses run from Athens (KTEL Bus Terminal A). There are limited departures throughout the day, and additional trips scheduled around theatrical productions. See details. There are also tour bus companies that run day trips to Epidaurus. You could take the ferry from Piraeus to Methana, which is near Epidaurus. However, this seems unlikely to save time over the other options. Admission to the site and museum is €20. Reduced admission is €10. Fees might be lower in winter, when there are fewer visitors. The site opens at 08:00, every day of the week. Closing time varies by season: 17:00 (Nov-Feb), 18:00 (Mar, Oct), 19:00 (Apr, 12-30 Sep), 20:00 (May-11 Sep). The site is closed or has reduced hours on a few holidays. See details....
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Glimpses of Epidaurus
Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus
Ancient Epidavros Theatre (Big) in Greece
Greyscale photo of an ancient Greek theatre before the start of a play.
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the ancient theater of Epidaurus
The ancient Epidauros theatre, built in the 4th century BC. Peloponnese, Greece. A great tourist attraction. Visitors on the stairs and on stage. South-east Europe.
Before the play at Epidaurus theatre
A girl, photographing the ancient theatre of Epidaurus before the start of a play
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Ancient Theatre of Epidaurus
Ancient Epidavros Theatre (Big) in Greece
Greyscale photo of an ancient Greek theatre before the start of a play.