25 Beautiful Religious Towns Around the World To Add To Your Bucket List

21. Delphi, Greece: The Oracle's Ancient Echoes

Perched on the slopes of Mount Parnassus, Delphi was considered the "navel of the world" by ancient Greeks and housed the famous Oracle of Apollo. While a popular archaeological site, its profound spiritual legacy is often overlooked amidst the ruins. Its "secret" is the palpable sense of ancient mysticism that still pervades the landscape. Visitors can explore the Temple of Apollo, the ancient stadium, and the treasury, feeling the echoes of prophecy and spiritual inquiry that once guided the ancient world.