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The Smell of Gods: Ancient Greek and Roman Statues Were Once Not Only Painted But Also PerfumedFor centuries, the stark white marble statues of ancient Greece and Rome have stood as timeless symbols of classical beauty.
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This is the most breathtaking architectural masterpiece in Greece, the land of the godsBut its main claim to fame is that it once housed the chryselephantine (gold and ivory) statue of Zeus from Olympia. One of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World, this 12-metre-high sculpture ...
Inside stood a giant statue of Zeus made from gold and ivory. It was one of the Seven Wonders of the Ancient World! Olympia was not only a centre of sport but of culture, politics, and religion.
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