Classical Greece

Athens and Sparta, democracy and empire, tragedy and philosophy—the Classical Greek world was defined by extraordinary creativity and fierce rivalry. Follow its cities, wars, politics, thinkers and everyday lives through the history and archaeology of fifth- and fourth-century Greece.

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The Acropolis of Athens viewed from Philopappos Hill

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The Acropolis: A Short History of an Enduring Symbol

From sacred citadel to enduring symbol, explore the history of the Acropolis, its great monuments, destruction, rediscovery and continuing preservation.

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