The term acropolis is generic and there are many other acropoleis in Greece. During ancient times the Acropolis of Athens was also more properly known as Cecropia (Κεκροπία), after the legendary …

The acropolis of Athens is an ancient citadel dedicated to the city’s patron goddess, Athena, that was built in the second half of the 5th century BCE. It is home to the Parthenon, a temple to Athena, as …

It is a unique archaeological site, the centrepiece of classical antiquity, the icon of ancient Greek history, a symbol of democracy and ideals that shaped the world as we know it today. It is a World Heritage …

The Acropolis Museum, one of the most important museums in the world, houses the findings of only one archaeological site, the Athenian Acropolis and its slopes.

Jan 31, 2018 · Located on a limestone hill high above Athens, Greece, the Acropolis has been inhabited since prehistoric times. Over the centuries, the Acropolis was many things: a home to kings, a …

The Acropolis rises in the heart of modern Athens, on a 156-meter-high rocky hill that dominates the cityscape. Located in the Plaka area, it is surrounded by a bustling area of cafes, stores, and …

Acropolis (‘the edge of the city’), the greatest masterpiece of ancient Greek Classical art, is a citadel situated on a small hill in the center of Athens with several temples including the...

Dec 5, 2025 · The Acropolis of Athens is a fortified hilltop archaeological complex of ancient monuments that date back to the 5th century B.C., the Golden Age of Athens. It is a UNESCO World Heritage …

Here’s what you need to know about Athens’ most iconic historical site. Well, it’s a hill, it has been there “forever”. The Acropolis has been inhabited since Neolithic times. The Acropolis’ peculiar geology …

The Acropolis of Athens is the most striking and complete ancient Greek monumental complex still existing in our times. It is situated on a hill of average height (156m) that rises in the basin of Athens.