Cave and Altar of Zeus, Ida
Item
File name
sackett_134 See all items with this value
Title
Cave and Altar of Zeus, Ida See all items with this value
Description
This image is a view of the Cave of Ida. In front of the cave stand two men, one bent over and one standing up, both observing the cave. Another individual is seen walking away from the cave. See all items with this value
Place name
Idaean Cave (historic site) See all items with this value
Subject
Landscape
People
Notes
The cave of Ida is said to be the birthplace of Zeus and Ida is the name of his nurse in Greek mythology. Although it is not apparent from the slide, votive offerings were left at the altar of Zeus in honor of his worship.
Date photographed
May 1980
