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The Pathenon
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The Parthenon
Location
The Parthenon is located in Athens on the Acropolis, an ancient citadel located on a high rocky outcrop overlooking the city
Later History
- A major fire broke out in the Parthenon around 350AD which destroyed the Parthenon's roof and the interior, repairs were made in the fourth century AD
- The Parthenon remained as a temple dedicated to Athena for almost a 1000 years, until it was converted into a church
- Under Turkish rule it became a mosque.
How Important Was The Parthenon?
Athena
- The Parthenon was dedicated to Athena the goddess of wisdom and war craft.
- There was a huge statue of Athena inside the parthenon.
When it was built
- It was built to replace an earlier temple that had been destroyed in a Persian invasion.
- The Parthenon was built under the supervision of the artist Phidias.
- Parthenon was designed by architects Iktinos and Kallikrates
- Built between 447 and 438 BC
Architecture
The Acropolis
The Parthenon is a double peripteral Doric temple with several unique and innovative architectural features.
West room where city tresures were kept
Statue of Athena in full armour carrying Nike the goddess of victory
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