Is the Parthenon a historical masterpiece?
- Age: Built in the 5th century BC, Athens' golden age.
- Architecture: The pinnacle of Greek Doric art; precise proportions, massive columns, and impeccable engineering design.
- Cultural significance: The main temple of the goddess Athena; a symbol of Greek civilization and democracy.
- Beauty: Located on the Acropolis hill, the sun shines on its marble stones at sunrise and sunset.
- Current status: Partially destroyed, but still one of the most magnificent ancient monuments in the world.