Acropolis
Item
File name
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Title
Acropolis See all items with this value
Description
This slide shows a far away view of the Athenian Acropolis, including the Parthenon and the sprawling city below in the background. See all items with this value
Place name
Acropolis of Athens (ancient site) See all items with this value
Subject
Monument
Landscape
Notes
This western vantage point of the Acropolis provides the best view of the Acropolis as most of the builidings on top of the hill are in view. The way that the Athenian Acropolis is situated allows one to see a building from virtually anywhere in the city below, exemplifying its strageic built up positioning which conveys important symbolism, especially for the patron goddess of Athens, Athena, to whom the Parthenon was dedicated.
Date photographed
February 1978
