Wordless Wednesday: The Acropolis of Athens

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 · No Comments

View of the Acropolis from the Areopagus — *Click on any picture above to embiggen.*

Walking back through the Propylaea — *Click on any picture above to embiggen.*

The Erechtheion, a temple built in honor of Athena and Poseidon from 421-406 BC.

Columns that have taken some knocks but are still holding things up

The Erechtheion's Porch of the Caryatids (maidens)

The propylaea, or gateway, to the Acropolis.

The Greek flag flying at the top of the Acropolis

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