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Parthenon (Parthenonas)


TripAdvisor Traveler Rating: 4.5 of 5 stars
TripAdvisor Popularity Index: #4 of 139 attractions in Athens
Traveler Description: The majestic ruins of an ancient Greek building, known for its dignified white marble columns and perfect sense of proportion.
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Attraction type: Historic site, Landmark/point of interest, Architectural building, Ancient ruins
Address: Acropolis
Top of Dionyssiou Areopagitou Athens 10558
Greece
Tel: 01-321-4172

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5 of 5 stars
Preki3 1 contribution
Charleston
Nov 10, 2008

Visiting the Parthenon was an amazing locale and a very historic experience. I would recommend that anyone heading to Europe should hope over to Athens, Greece and check it out. Cool spot. more

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5 of 5 stars
Janda05 96 contributions
New York
Apr 27, 2008
5/6 found this review helpful

The Acropolis is unbelievable. So much history there. But the textbooks don't tell you that: 1. It's really windy at the top, so watch your hat. 2. DON'T WEAR SANDALS -- the rocks are slippery up top, and you can twist your ankle if you go off of the main path. But don't let that scare you -- it's a... more

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5 of 5 stars
EleniA 5 contributions
Currently London
Oct 12, 2007
6/6 found this review helpful

The Parthenon, built on the Acropolis, really is an architectual wonder. Study up a little on the history to ge the full impact of it. Spring and autumn are better times to visit, as the middle of summer can get scorching hot, and little shade is offered on the rock. If you do go in summer, bring a hat and... more

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5 of 5 stars
kalosMathitis 3 contributions
Vienna
Nov 9, 2006
3/8 found this review helpful

History, Is amazing It is wonderful exctremley Interesting. more

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5 of 5 stars
A TripAdvisor Member
New York, NY
Jan 20, 2006
14/14 found this review helpful

This is something that was worth traveling all the way to Greece. I spent three days in Athens and enjoyed every minute! I went in late April, so the weather was perfect - in the low 70s, with very little humidity. The Greeks have an abundance of local fruit and vegetables (apparently) year-round, so we ate very well. The city... more

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5 of 5 stars
ぽんぽこ太郎 38 contributions
静岡
Jan 14, 2009

一度行ってみたいと思っていたパルテノン神殿に行ってきました。 今回はツアーなどを利用せず、個人で訪問しました。 丘の... more

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Parthenon (Parthenonas) Address

Acropolis | Top of Dionyssiou Areopagitou, Athens 10558, Greece
Tel: 01-321-4172