The ancient Agora of athens is one of the most important archaeological sites in the city, and at the same time it serves as an idyllic green zone within Athens historic center....
The Acropolis hill, as its Greek name (which means upper or higher city) suggests, occupies a prominent position in the city of Athens and the basin of Attica. It rises to a height of 156 m. above …
In the late summer of 480 B.C., most likely toward the end of September, a dramatic, heartrending scene played out on the coast of Attica. Athens' entire population, including men, women, children,…