Uploaded November 2018 | Updated September 2026, 2 hours ago

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The Sanctuary of Asklepios at Epidaurus is a fascinating and unusual UNESCO World Heritage Site in Greece. It's an ancient sanctuary - a health retreat, dating back 2500 years. Ancient Greeks would come here to be treated and recover from illness, and in some ways it's the birthplace of modern medicine as well. Let's have a closer look!

For more Greek World Heritage sites:
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Acropolis, Athens: youtu.be/R4K3sLRJ350
Delos: youtu.be/1fWh0pwdz0s
Ancient City of Nessebar: youtu.be/r2IOyU--6V4

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