Overview Unfortunately, the testimonials and documents covering the Pythian Games were mainly destroyed by human violence and natural catastrophes. All the remaining resources highlight the glory and glamour of the Games. The records of Aristotle present an overview of the festivities: the Games lasted for six to eight days and were started by a reenactment of the victory of Apollo over Python. In a festive and glamorous procession, a ritual sacrifice was performed in the Temple of Apollo. After four days of festivities, the Games began.
Overview Unfortunately the testimonials and documents covering the Pythian Games were mainly destroyed by human violence and natural catastrophes All the remaining resources highlight the glory and glamour of the Games The records of Aristotle present an overview of the festivities the Games lasted for six to eight days and were started by a reenactment of the victory of Apollo over Python In a festive and glamorous procession a ritual sacrifice was performed in the Temple of Apollo After four days of festivities the Games began