Acropolis of Athens, Ancient citadel in Athens.
The Acropolis of Athens is an ancient citadel located on a rocky outcrop above the city of Athens.
It contains the remains of several ancient buildings of great architectural and historic significance, the most famous being the Parthenon.
The Acropolis is a symbol of the classical spirit and civilization, representing the apogee of artistic development in the 5th century BC.
It's a UNESCO World Heritage site attracting millions of visitors each year.
Despite damages and alterations throughout history, it still communicates the ideals of harmony and balance, which were the key elements of ancient Greek culture.
Location: Athens Municipality
Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible
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The Parthenon is a former temple on the Athenian Acropolis, Greece, dedicated to the goddess Athena.
The Acropolis of Athens is an ancient citadel located on a rocky outcrop above the city of Athens.
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The Temple of Athena Nike is a temple on the Acropolis of Athens, dedicated to the goddess Athena Nike.
The Propylaea is a monumental gateway that serves as the entrance to the Acropolis in Athens.
The Hekatompedon Temple was the precursor to the Parthenon, located on the Acropolis of Athens.
The Brauroneion is the sanctuary of Artemis Brauronia on the Acropolis of Athens.
The Klepsydra is an ancient water clock situated on the Acropolis of Athens.
The Pandroseion was a sanctuary dedicated to Pandrosus, one of the daughters of Cecrops.
The chalkotheke was a structure on the Athenian Acropolis.
