The Erecthion and the Karytids

What's On at The Acropolis?

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June 4th 2011
We decide to trek to the Acropolis to see the ancient temples and buildings today. Our Esteemed Leader finds us an English speaking guide so the children might actually learn something about Greek history. First stop is the Odeon of Herodes Atticus. An odeon is basically a closed ceiling theater and this one (minus its ceiling) is located just below the Acropolis; it is still used for cultural pe ... read more

Europe » Greece » Attica » Athens

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Greece achieved its independence from the Ottoman Empire in 1829. During the second half of the 19th century and the first half of the 20th century, it gradually added neighboring islands and territories, most with Greek-speaking populations. In Worl... ... read more