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Parthenon is one of, if not the, most famous constructions left from the ancient world. It was built in the 5th century B.C. And it is dedicated to Athena - the goddess of war, common reason, and the city protector of today's capital of Greece, which bears her name. Located in the capital of Greece on the Athenian Acropolis, the Parthenon temple was built to be the religious center of the ancient city-state of Athens. Today Parthenon is one of the most recognizable buildings in the world. At the pinnacle of the Athenian Empire's power, the Parthenon symbolized wealth, power, and Athen's elevated culture. It was also the grandest and lavish temple of its time.
Parthenon is dedicated to Athena - the goddess of war, common reason, and the city protector of today's capital of Greece, which bears her name. The Parthenon temple was built to house the golden and ivory statue of goddess Athena. The statue was made by the sculptor Phidias also referred to as Pheidias. The gold and ivory statue was imagined to be the focal point of the Parthenon. Athena Parthenos was the city's symbol for the upcoming millennium, all the way up until it disappeared from historical records. There are rumors that the statue was taken to Constantinople. Many replicas of the statue have been made so far. Such as the Varvakeion figure from the 2nd century C.E., Which, together with the detailed descriptions of the sculpture created by Pausanias and Plutarch, allowed us to reconstruct the Athena Parthenos accurately.
The Acropolis of Athens is thought to be the most famous symbol of ancient greek culture. Also known as the Acropolis Hill, The Acropolis is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. And it's thought to be one of Europe's most significant monuments from the ancient period. Today you can spot the Acropolis of Athens and the Parthenon temple from almost everywhere in Athens. After establishing democracy and the victory over the Persians, Athens became the leader among other city-states of the then ancient world. In the coming period, following the flourishing of art and thought, a group of ancient artists decided to put the plans of the Athenian statesman, Pericles, into action. Thus, led by the sculptor Phedi, they managed to turn the rocky hill into a world monument of art and antiquity.
Suppose you travel to Athens or Greece in general. In that case, you can't leave the city without visiting the Acropolis of Athens and the Parthenon temple. This monument of antic Greece is one of the most impressive remains from the ancient world. It celebrates religion, Greek mythology, and art as a whole. The Parthenon temple is visited by over 8 million people a year, making it one of the most famous sights in Europe. For that reason, it's highly advisable to be well prepared before you go on and explore the Parthenon. That's why we collected all of the most essential information and tips you need to know before your Parthenon visit and put them in one place. Here you can find everything you'll need to know about your sightseeing adventure at the Parthenon temple.
Greece and Athens as its capital are considered the cradle of culture, so it's no surprise that you'll feel like the entire city is an open-air museum. Discover the culture and architecture of the ancient Greeks by visiting the Acropolis hill and going on the Parthenon temple tour. Other than that, there is no limit to Ionic and Doric temples, art, statues, archeological sites, and architecture that you can visit and explore during your stay in Athens.
Discover the Parthenon and its architecture and history by going on a guided tour of the temple. Roam through the remains of the ancient temple and learn something new about Greek mythology, the ancient world, religion, and deities.