Parthenon, Acropolis
The Parthenon on top of the Acropolis is one of the most famous
buildings in the world and a visit to Athens is not complete without
visiting this temple. The construction of the Parthenon started in in
447 BC, replacing and older temple that was destroyed by the Persians,
and completed in 432 BC. The purpose of the Parthenon was to house a
massive statue of Athena Parthenos made from ivory, silver and gold.
Sometime in the 5th century the statue was looted by one of the Roman
Emperors, and taken to Constantinople, where it was later destroyed.
During its long life the Parthenon has also served as a fortress, a
church, a mosque and as a powder magazine.
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