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Stories from the Acropolis Front

Tourists and guides brave the extreme heat to explore Athens’ iconic Acropolis monuments, uncovering history and showcasing resilience.

Acropolis monuments

The Essential Guide to the Acropolis of Athens

No trip to the Greek capital would be complete without a visit to the world-famous monuments of the Acropolis. Our guide is the perfect place to start.

Acropolis monuments

The Parthenon Marbles, In-Depth, Part 3: Abducted

At the dawn of the 19th century, Lord Elgin stripped more than half of the surviving sculptures from the Parthenon. How did he get away with such a brazen act?

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The Parthenon Marbles, In-Depth, Part 1: How it All Began

Carved nearly 2500 years ago, the Parthenon marbles once adorned the greatest temple on the Athenian Acropolis. What did they represent to the people who created them? And why are they so important?

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Anatomy of the Parthenon Temple

Dedicated to the goddess Athena, the Parthenon is a masterpiece of Greek…

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Explore the timeless beauty of the Greek capital, where ancient myths meet contemporary discoveries.

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