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4 days ago · The Parthenon (/ ˈ p ɑːr θ ə ˌ n ɒ n,-n ən /; Ancient Greek: Παρθενών, romanized: Parthenōn [par.tʰe.nɔ̌ːn]; Greek: Παρθενώνας, romanized: Parthenónas [parθeˈnonas]) is a former temple on the Athenian Acropolis, Greece, that was dedicated to the goddess Athena.
Jun 19, 2024 · Parthenon, temple that dominates the Acropolis at Athens. It was built in the mid-5th century BCE and dedicated to the Greek goddess Athena Parthenos. The temple is generally considered to be the culmination of the development of the Doric architectural order.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
Jun 19, 2024 · Parthenon - Sculptures, Acropolis, Athens: The sculpture decorating the Parthenon rivaled its architecture in careful harmony. The metopes over the outer colonnade were carved in high relief and represented mythical battles that alluded to the Greco-Persian Wars, in which the Greeks ultimately triumphed but not without losses of their own.
- The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica
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6 days ago · Learn the history, practical information, and tips for visiting the Acropolis and the Parthenon, the most famous ancient monuments in Athens. Find out how to book your tickets online, avoid the lines, and explore the sites with a guide.
Jun 27, 2024 · One of Greece’s most enduring icons, the Parthenon has been attracting visitors for more than two millennia. Jun 27, 2024 • By Greg Beyer, Assistant Editor; African History. Easily one of the most recognizable buildings in all of Greece, the Parthenon watches over Athens, reminding all who live there of the history of this ancient land.
Jun 10, 2024 · Phidias, Athenian sculptor, the artistic director of the construction of the Parthenon, who created its most important religious images.
Jun 19, 2024 · The Parthenon, an enduring icon of ancient Greek civilization, sits proudly atop Athens' Acropolis, a marvel of classical architecture and cultural legacy. Athena, the city's patron goddess, dedicated this magnificent temple, built between 447 and 432 BC during the height of Athens' golden period.
