The rediscovery of the Parthenon as an ancient monument dates back to the period of Humanism; in 1436 Cyriacus of Ancona was the first after antiquity to describe the Parthenon and to call it by his …

Dec 2, 2025 · Parthenon, temple that dominates the Acropolis at Athens. It was built in the mid-5th century BCE and dedicated to the Greek goddess Athena Parthenos. The temple is generally …

Feb 2, 2018 · The Parthenon is a resplendent marble temple built between 447 and 432 B.C. during the height of the ancient Greek Empire.

Aug 13, 2025 · Ο Παρθενώνας (Parthenon), is an Ancient Greek temple in the Acropolis of Athens, dedicated to Athena Pallas or Parthenos (virgin). It is widely considered to be the pinnacle of …

Jun 27, 2025 · The Parthenon is one of the most iconic structures of ancient Greece, symbolizing the cultural and political achievements of Athens at the height of its power. Built in the 5th century BCE, …

The Parthenon was altered by a series of aspiring monarchs, both Hellenistic and Roman. Their goal was to pull the monument, anchored in the canonical past, toward the contemporary. They did so …

It was a rare sight on Athens’ skyline, and it didn’t last long: The Parthenon was without scaffolding for the first time in years. Greek residents and visitors in recent weeks enjoyed an unobstructed view of …

The Parthenon is the temple that crowns the Acropolis of Athens. It was built to honour the godess Athena, the patron of the city.

The Parthenon is a temple-like building on the Acropolis at Athens and dedicated to the virgin goddess Athena (Roman Minerva).

Jun 14, 2023 · The Parthenon, widely recognized as the pinnacle of classical Greek architecture, stands proudly as a symbol of Athens’ power, wealth, and elevated culture. Conceived in the 5th century BC …