Because it is on a smaller scale and not shrouded in scaffolding, it is easier to relate to than the Parthenon - and the Caryatids are as beautiful as they always were - seeing it with fewer people was an advantage.

Beautiful! Very well preserved and most impressive. Photographs wonderfully. The marble shines in the sunlight and is one of the best buildings on the Acropolis.

The Erechtheion is a temple to both Athena and Poseidon, to celebrate their bid to become god protector of Athens. There Poseidon with his trident-strike made water emanate, and Athena made an olive tree grow. The new thing in Erechtheion is the Caryatids, young Athenian damsels carrying baskets with walnuts on their head. This way they carry the rooftop as... More

Just came from here and AGAIN, pictures could NEVER do this structure justice!! All I can say to reviewers is COME TO ATHENS! The people are friendly, the food is to die for & is reasonably priced (compared to other European cities). If travelers are smart (as you need to be in ANY major city) you'll be safe and have... More

the Erechtheion is on the north side of the Acropolis,built between 421 and 406 BC,dont forget to see the beutiful women ,6 of them (copies) original in the acropolis museum and one of the 6 in the british museum this is called The Porch of the Caryatids six draped female figures (caryatids) as supporting columns. . The Erectheum was the... More

Lovingly restored, this ruin is nearly intact and presents a historic view of early Athens so be sure to spend time admiring its glory when the Parthenon no longer beckons.

If you go up to see the Parthenon, you can't miss the Erechtheion, but it's worth knowing at least a little about it, and the relationship between the two, in advance, and then taking a really good look. It is stunning.

Please see my Acropolis review -- this is in the same complex of temples and cannot be visited separately. The Caryatids (copies) can be enjoyed at the Acropolis Museum as well.

not the originals but still look awesome the original statues are in the Acropolis museum. Make sure you walk all around this building amazing.