Wikipedia: The Parthenon (Ancient Greek: Παρθενών, Modern Greek: Παρθενώνας ) is a temple of Athena, built in the 5th century BC on the acropolis of Athens. It is considered the most famous surviving building of ancient Greece, and has been praised as the finest achievement of Greek architecture. Its decorative sculptures are considered one of the high points of Greek art. The Parthenon is an enduring symbol of Ancient Greece and of Athenian democracy. It is regarded as one of the world's greatest cultural monuments. more...