I-ThePartheon

The most famous building of the acropolis, representing classical Greek art, it was built between 447 and 432 BC by the architect Ictinos It consists of 46 Doric columns. Originally its function was to house the Chryselephantine statue (in gold and ivory) of Athena It was also used to keep the treasure of the city.

II- The Erection

This temple, with its unique architecture, is the site of the mythical dispute between Athena and Poseidon for control of the city. According to the legend, the goddess Athena, goddess of wisdom and war strategy, and Poseidon, god of the sea, were fighting for control of the city, Zeus being unable to separate them, he proposed to let the citizens decide on their guardian. The gods gathered the people together, each offered a gift to convince the Athenians. Athena struck the ground, and an olive tree came out of the ground and Poseidon with his trident brought out a spring of salt water. Athena chose the olive tree, and Athena became the goddess of the city. Today an olive tree is still present in front of the Erechteion.

III- Propylates

The propylées are the majestic entrance to the acropolis, built by Mnesicles between 438-432; The columns are Doric on the outside, echoing the Parthenon, but ionic in the central corridor; The Propylées was a place of procession where Athenians marched during the festivities.

Kalamata is the largest city in the Greek Peloponnese. Although it is not as famous as Sparta or Corinth, it offers many attractions, including modern ones. Let's go together to Kalamata - the city of olives, not only ancient monuments and dance.