While being with Themis Z in Athens, I visited the Acropolis. Join me on this photo walk, I’ll give you my thoughts on how to make the most of a visit here.
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. In the second half of the fifth century bc, Athens, following the victory against the Persians and the establishment of democracy, took a leading position amongst the other city-states of the ancient world. In the age that followed, as thought and art flourished, an exceptional group of artists put into effect the ambitious plans of Athenian statesman Pericles and, under the inspired guidance of the sculptor Pheidias, transformed the rocky hill into a unique monument of thought and the arts.
The most important monuments were built during that time: the Parthenon, built by Ictinus, the Erechtheon, the Propylaea, the monumental entrance to the Acropolis, designed by Mnesicles and the small temple Athena Nike.
Be early … this is NOT crowded! Can you imagine?!
Personal tips:
- The marble stoned pathways are very slippery. Wear some solid footwear. No high heels are allowed on the hill.
- Try to come early in the day. There are many tourists visiting and you want to avoid the crowds.
- Book a guided tour. Your guide will surely show you the best photo spots.
- Wear a flown dress or skirt – this will help you get a great photo in front of the monument.
- After you visited the Acropolis, go to the New Acropolis Museum (inaugurated in 2009), in which most of the original sculptural and/or architectural pieces of the monuments are conserved. The architecture of the building itself is worth seeing.
To get your ticket and for more information, visit the Acropolis website here please.
LoL, Sandra
Photos: © Sandra Bauknecht
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