The ancient Greeks had a complex measurement system, often based on body parts.

Stadion and Cubit

The "Stadion" was the most well-known unit of length, although it varied from city to city (the Olympic Stadium was 192 meters). They also used the "Cubit", the "Span", and the "Finger".

These units were the basis for the architectural wonders we admire today, such as the Parthenon.