 The Acropolis |
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The Acropolis, also called the “Sacred Rock”, is the most important ancient heritage of the country. It is also the trademark and most famous site of Athens and of Greece. It has been Athens’ main attraction since the 5th century BC, and is dedicated to Athena, the goddess of wisdom and protector of the city. The Parthenon, the most famous ancient Greek temple ever, stands proudly over the modern megalopolis of Athens, a reminder of the great civilisation he has witnessed. The Acropolis
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| The Ancient Agora |
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The Ancient Agora (old market in Greek) was the commercial, trading, administrative and social centre of Athens. During the classical age, many admirable men such as Socrates, Sophocles and Aristotle used to spend time there and express their thoughts and ideas.
It is said that Saint Paul was present in the Agora in 49 AD.
The area is in ruins, but many remains can nevertheless still be visited:
Stoa of Attalos: The Museum of the Agora is housed in |
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| Roman Agora and Tower of the Wind |
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The Tower of the Wind, an Octagonal made of Pendelic white marble, is the most known monuments of the Agora.
It was built in the 1st century by a Syrian astronomer called Andronicus, and was used as a sundial, a weather vane, a water clock and even a compass. Its relief decoration represent the god of winds, hence the name of the tower.
The Gate of Athena Archegetis is another quite interesting remain in the Roman Agora. It was made of four Doric |
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