An acropolis was the settlement of an upper part of an ancient Greek city, especially a citadel, and frequently a hill with precipitous sides, mainly chosen for purposes of defense. The term is typically used to refer to the Acropolis of Athens, yet every Greek city had an acropolis of its own.
More info: #acropolis #greek #romanThe Acropolis is primarily dedicated to the Goddess Athena. But humans from the prehistoric era have ...
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