Forgotten History
Elis
Ilida Municipality, Greece
Elis (Attic Greek: Ἦλις, Doric Greek: Ἆλις, in the local dialect: Ϝᾶλις, Modern Greek: Ήλιδα, romanized: Ilida) was the capital city of the ancient polis (city-state) of Elis, and at the time of Pausanias (2nd c. AD) one of the most populous and splendid cities of the ancient Greek world. Its main importance was as the organiser of the ancient Olympic Games for more than 1000 years. Many monumental buildings of the city have been excavated and can be seen today.
- Category
- Forgotten History
- Location
- Ilida Municipality, Greece
- Coordinates
- 37.89178, 21.37509
- How to get there
- Google MapsApple MapsOpenStreetMap
- Wikidata
- Q217667
What is Elis?
Elis is a Forgotten History place on VeroMaps. Other places close by: Palaestra at Olympia, Philippeion, Pelopion, Theocoleon.
Where is Elis?
Elis is in Ilida Municipality, Greece. Coordinates: 37.89178, 21.37509.
How do I get to Elis?
Elis is at Ilida Municipality, Greece (37.89178, 21.37509). Enter these coordinates in Google Maps, Apple Maps or OpenStreetMap for walking, cycling or driving directions.