Views From the Acropolis
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On the Acropolis
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The Parthenon is regarded as the finest example of Greek architecture.
John Julius Cooper wrote that "even in antiquity, its architectural refinements were legendary, especially the subtle correspondence between the curvature of…
Entasis refers to the slight swelling, of 4 centimetres (1.6 in), in the center of the columns to counteract the appearance of columns having a waist, as the…
The stylobate is the platform on which the columns stand. As in many other classical Greek temples,[66] it has a slight parabolic upward curvature intended to…
Temple of Athena Polias
Temple of Athena Nike
Propylaea
Propylaea and the Temple of Athena Nike - In front is part of the Odeon of Herodes Atticus
From our hotel room - Athens Lodge
Night from our hotel room - Athens Lodge
Night from our hotel room- Athens Lodge
Night from our hotel room- Athens Lodge
Morning from our hotel room - Athens Lodge
Morning from our hotel room - Athens Lodge
The modern lift, which replaces a repeatedly malfunctioning elevator, is located on the north face of the Acropolis along the ancient promenade and will…
