The term acropolis is generic and there are many other acropoleis in Greece. During ancient times the Acropolis of Athens was also more properly known as Cecropia (Κεκροπία), after the legendary …

The acropolis of Athens is an ancient citadel dedicated to the city’s patron goddess, Athena, that was built in the second half of the 5th century BCE. It is home to the Parthenon, a temple to Athena, as …

It is a unique archaeological site, the centrepiece of classical antiquity, the icon of ancient Greek history, a symbol of democracy and ideals that shaped the world as we know it today. It is a World Heritage …

The Acropolis Museum, one of the most important museums in the world, houses the findings of only one archaeological site, the Athenian Acropolis and its slopes.

Here’s what you need to know about Athens’ most iconic historical site. Well, it’s a hill, it has been there “forever”. The Acropolis has been inhabited since Neolithic times. The Acropolis’ peculiar geology …

Built in the 5th century BC, the Acropolis stands on a sacred hill 156 meters above sea level, offering a breathtaking panorama of the city of Athens. Under the leadership of statesman Pericles, the site …

Acropolis (‘the edge of the city’), the greatest masterpiece of ancient Greek Classical art, is a citadel situated on a small hill in the center of Athens with several temples including the...

Dec 5, 2025 · The Acropolis of Athens is a fortified hilltop archaeological complex of ancient monuments that date back to the 5th century B.C., the Golden Age of Athens. It is a UNESCO World Heritage …

Plan your trip to the Acropolis, Athens' ancient citadel and home to the iconic Parthenon, with this guide to tickets and what to see.

The Acropolis of Athens and its monuments are universal symbols of the classical spirit and civilization and form the greatest architectural and artistic complex bequeathed by Greek Antiquity to the world.