Acropolis of Athens
CountryGreece
Date5th century BC
RegionAthens
About Acropolis of Athens
A flat-topped rock rising 150 m above Athens. Contains the Parthenon, Erechtheion, and Temple of Athena Nike. Has been a fortress, religious center, and tourist attraction for 3,000 years. A UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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