[27/08/2007] The author describes the Acropolis as being a "survivor of war, the vagaries of religious change, and other hazards". Yet still this attraction "remains an emblem of the glories of classical Greek civilization." According to the author, the Acropolis "has the power to stir the heart as few other ancient relics can". When people visit it "has caused more than a few people to marvel at the continuing vitality of this monument."
Talking about the history of this attraction he states that the foundations to the building "were laid after the victory at Marathon in 490 BC but were destroyed by Persians in 480-79 BC". After the peace treaty in 448 BC "Pericles undertook the ambitious project of reconstructing the temple on a titanic scale."
The author talks about the appearance of the building and also the various things to see inside, such as The Propylaea which he describes as being "a typical ancient gate". It was designed to "instill proper reverence in worshippers as they crossed from the temporal world into the spiritual world of the sanctuary." The article continues to provide details about the various items at this attraction, in lots of detail.
The author concludes by informing you that "the summit of the Acropolis can now be reached by elevator". Also advised is to make sure you ask for the free English language guide as it is "packed with information, but workers usually don't bother to give it out unless asked."
The author gives this attraction a five star rating which means they consider it to be exceptional
The author concludes by informing you that "the summit of the Acropolis can now be reached by elevator" and to make sure you ask for the free English language guide as it is "packed with information, but workers usually don't bother to give it out unless asked."
The author gives this attraction a five star rating which means they consider it to be exceptional.
This review is an interpretation of the above mentioned author
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