The Acropolis or "Sacred Rock" of Athens stands high above the city. On it are built many beautiful and frankly amazing structures. For a construction dating back to 450 B.C. the precision and architecture are something that should be seen by everyone.
You enter the acropolis through the Propylaea which is the gateway to the acropolis. It is an incredible structure.
There are three main temples on the Acropolis. The main one is the Parthenon. The parthenon is dedicated to Athena Parthenos, the patron goddess of athens. It is an immense structure and is vast and beautiful. Sculptures can still be seen on the corners of the roof. Just an amazing building considering it was built in 15 years, back in 447 B.C. Unfortunately, the parthenon was used by the Turks as an ammunition dump, and the venetians blew the roof off it. So its a shadow of its former glory.
The Erechtheion, built in 420 B.C. is dedicated to Athena Polias. It was used mainly for the worship of the two gods of Attica, Athena and Poseidon-Erechtheus. The Caryatids on the south of the building are completely wonderful to behold. The temple of Athena Nike also stands on the acropolis as well as several amphitheatres standing around it which can be viewed from the acropolis. Most of the historic sites in Athens can be viewed clearly from the acropolis.
The only problem with viewing the Acropolis is the Scaffolding. As all the buildings are being restored, tourists are unable to go near which is fair enough. The good news is that they're being restored. Pieces of the acropolis cover the site, and without a doubt, though it may not be in my lifetime, the Acropolis will be restored to its former glory. Its a marvel that everyone should see.
I went on Sunday 21st March 2004, and found that entry was free on Sundays between 1st November and 31st of March. It is also free on the first sunday of every month apart from July, August and September when it is the second sunday. It costs 12 Euros for an Adult, and 6 euros for EU students, and OAPs. There are several groups of people who need pay no entry fee, so you should ask when you buy a ticket.
I really cant stress enough how beautiful I think these buildings are. The only way to decide for yourself is to see them.
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I have visited this place diring a school trip in Athens where we stayed one week, and I have to admit, visiting acropolis is something that I will never forget! I am visitig Athens in April again and I am looking forward going to Acropolis.
A very good review! Well done. Dora
MAFARRIMOND 14.07.2004 11:20
A wonderful place to visit. Maureen
Fruity_Tart 06.04.2004 23:32
I'd love to see this place, sounds beautiful. Chris x
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Advantages: There you can see greate architectural sculptures,you can discover wich was the most important greeks Gods Disadvantages: It is a problem if you travel with a bus because it is very tiresome
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Advantages: There you can see greate architectural sculptures,you can discover wich was the most important greeks Gods Disadvantages: It is a problem if you travel with a bus because it is very tiresome
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