Explore the Parthenon, a masterpiece of ancient Greek architecture

The Parthenon is the most famous architectural work of ancient Greece that still exists today and is also one of the greatest cultural works in the world.

1 Time for building

After winning victory over the Persian Empire in the 5th century BC, the Athenians began rebuilding the city in ruins. One of the projects that needs to be completed is the construction of the Parthenon. The temple was the Greeks' thanksgiving to the gods for their victory over the Persians. The Parthenon replaced an older temple also dedicated to the goddess Athena that was destroyed by wars.

2 Architecture of the Parthenon
This temple was built to honor the patron saint of Athens - the goddess Athena. This is also a symbol not only of ancient Greece but also of Western civilization. In addition, in ancient times, temples were also used as treasury.
The Parthenon, as well as many other Greek architecture and sculptures, were originally brightly colored and gilded, not white as many people think. The entire temple is designed in the typical Doris style with simple, sophisticated structures.

The temple is built of white marble with sharp particles, which becomes brighter and more beautiful when exposed to sunlight. Inside the shrine is a statue of the goddess Athena made of gold and ivory, sculpted by the famous architect Phidias.

This is the largest and most lavish temple of ancient Greece, considered a symbol of the end of ancient Greece and Athenian democracy. The Parthenon is also one of the most iconic buildings in the world and a prime example of Greek architecture.

Today, the Parthenon has been worn out but is still in the process of being restored, but it is very difficult to return to the same state as before. The temple is one of the central and most important archaeological sites in the Acropolis complex. Visitors should also visit the Acropolis Museum to admire some of the sculptures and artifacts recovered from this monument complex.