Parthenon, Temple in Athens, Greece
The Parthenon is a former temple on the Athenian Acropolis, Greece, dedicated to the goddess Athena.
Construction began in 447 BC when the Athenian Empire was at the peak of its power.
It's considered the most important surviving building of Classical Greece, symbolizing democracy and western civilization.
Today, it's one of the most visited tourist spots in Greece.
Despite being partially destroyed, it still retains its grandeur and architectural brilliance.
Location: Athens Municipality
Inception: 5 Century BCE
Architects: Ictinus, Callicrates, Phidias
Architectural style: Doric order
Height: 13.72 m
Length: 69.61 m
Width: 30.8 m
Accessibility: Wheelchair limited access
Material: Pentelic marble
Sources: Wikimedia, OpenStreetMap
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