Parthenon

Location

Athens, Greece

Opened

432 BC

Parthenon

About

One of the most significant historical sites in al of Europe, it's situated in the city of Athens. It's an ancient temple built between 447 BCE and 432 BCE during the Athenian Empire. It's symbol of Ancient Greek achievement and has had an impact on the architecture for multiple government buildings and museums worldwide.

Trivia

The Parthenon is a monument of civic pride, honoring Athena. It sits approximately 156 meters above sea level and is consistently visited by tourists from across the world.

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