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Nemea is an ancient site in the northeastern part of the Peloponnese, in Greece. It is located 25 km southwest of Corinth, and 9 km north of Mycenae.
In Greek mythology, Nemea was famous as the home of the Nemean Lion, which was killed by the hero Hercules. It was also the place of the Nemean Games, which were one of the four Panhellenic Games of Ancient Greece, and were held in honor of the Greek god Zeus.
Nemea was also an important religious sanctuary and was known for its temple of Zeus and Stadium, which have been excavated. The temple of Zeus, built in the latter half of the 4th century BC, consisted of a peristyle, internal columns, pronaos, opisthodomos, and vestibule. The ancient Stadium, located southeast of the temple, could accommodate about 40,000 spectators.
The region is also known for its wine production, particularly the "Agiorgitiko" grape which is used to produce a range of red and rose wines.
The archaeological site of Nemea is now surrounded by the modern town of the same name. It is a popular tourist destination, with its ancient remnants providing insights into its historical and mythological past.
