The Acropolis

The Acropolis is one of the most well-known historic locations in the world, and it serves as an inspiring reminder of Ancient Greek civilization's achievements. The Parthenon, the Erechtheion, the Propylaia, and the temple of Athena Nike are among the buildings and monuments on the Acropolis, which stands tall above the Greek city of Athens. The Acropolis was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1987.


The Acropolis, one of the most beautiful historical sites in Greece, is a very popular historic monument that attracts a large number of visitors each year. The neighboring Acropolis Museum, which opened recently, houses an outstanding collection of exhibitions and artifacts from the Acropolis itself.


After Lord Elgin took the marbles from the Acropolis in the early 19th century, most of the art that graced the Parthenon is now on display at the British Museum. At the Acropolis Museum, empty areas have been purposefully left to demonstrate Greece's immediate ability to host and care for the Elgin Marbles if they are returned to Greece from the British Museum.


Location: Athens

Source: history.com
Source: history.com
Source: Discovery UK

Top 10 Most Beautiful Historical Sites in Greece

  1. top 1 The Acropolis
  2. top 2 Akrotiri
  3. top 3 Mystras
  4. top 4 Temple of Hephaestus
  5. top 5 Mycenae
  6. top 6 Grandmasters Palace
  7. top 7 Meteora
  8. top 8 Delphi
  9. top 9 Knossos
  10. top 10 Olympia

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