Python (mythology)
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In Greek mythology, Python was the serpent, sometimes represented as a medieval-style dragon, living at the center of the Earth, believed by the ancient Greeks to be at Delphi. He was killed by the go
Relief of Leto and her children running away from Python, 4th-3rd century BC, Michael C. Carlos Museum.
Sculpture by Pietro Francavilla of Apollo's first triumph, when he slew with his bow and arrows the serpent Python, which lies dead at his feet. The Walters Art Museum
Apollo killing Python, 1581 engraving by Virgil Solis for Ovid's Metamorphoses, Book I.
The Dragon (symbolizes Python, guardian of subterranean waters) in the Parc Güell, Barcelona, Spain
Delphi
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Delphi, in legend previously called Pytho, was an ancient sacred precinct in central Greece. It was the seat of Pythia, the major oracle who was consulted about important decisions throughout the anci
The Athena temple complex, including the Delphic Tholos. The background is the Pleistos River Valley.
The polygonal wall, 1902
Archaeological Museum of Delphi, designed by Alexandros Tombazis
The reconstructed Treasury of the Athenians, built to commemorate their victory at the Battle of Marathon