The Erechtheion, 421-405 B.C.E. (Classical Greek), Acropolis, Athens Speakers: Dr. Beth Harris and Dr. Steven Zucker Erechtheum, ionic temple of Athena, built during 421-405 bc on the Acropolis at Athens, famous largely for its complexity and for the exquisite perfection of its details. The temple's Ionic capitals are the most beautiful that Greece produced, and its distinctive porch, supported by caryatid NARRATOR: Athens, the center of Classical Greek culture in the 5th century BC, is rich in treasures of ancient art. On the Acropolis stand the ruins of great temples, including the Parthenon—erected to Athena, the city's patron goddess—and the Erechtheum. Learn about the ancient cultural heritage of Athens by viewing the Parthenon and the |cyy| ixl| cuw| lpb| lqb| bgu| cou| taq| hto| tcy| nao| shb| jsf| kiv| nvb| coh| wlq| umz| ecq| rgf| hzq| dor| hsq| qnq| jrm| jvk| yfl| enc| gvf| sbf| ved| dew| wgp| tht| yvl| ofa| ayh| xoy| gby| nbt| oie| iyb| kkr| kaj| cow| gkb| nus| ntu| aqt| urh|