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Arrephorion

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Arrephorion, Ancient sanctuary in Greece

The Arrephorion was an ancient Greek sanctuary dedicated to Athena Polias.

Located on the north side of the Acropolis of Athens, it dates back to the 5th century BC.

It was closely associated with the Arrephoroi, young girls chosen to serve Athena.

The remains can be seen when visiting the Acropolis, which opens daily to visitors.

It is famed for housing the mysterious sacred olive wood statue of Athena.

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Athens Municipality

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Attica Region

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Acropolis of Athens

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37.97220,23.72600

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August 31, 2026 11:24

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Arrephorion, Ancient sanctuary in Greece

Parthenon

Acropolis of Athens

Erechtheion

Temple of Athena Nike

Propylaea of Athens

Asclepieion of Athens

Pandroseion

Caves of Apollo, Zeus and Pan

Pelasgic wall

Altar of Athena Polias

Virgin Mary Athiniotissa

Monument of Agrippa

Athens University History Museum

Paul and Alexandra Canellopoulos Museum

Church of the Transfiguration

Beulé Gate

Caryatids of Erechtheum

Aphrodite and Eros shrine

Cave of Zeus

Cave of Pan

Cave of Apollon Ipakrion

Church of Panagia Chrysokastriotissa

Cave of Mycenaean Fountain

Acropolis north slope

Acropolis South Slope

Walls of Acropolis of Athens

Kleanthis-Schaubert Mansion

Church of Saint Nikolaos or Seraphim

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