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Acropolis And The Parthenon Illuminated In Athens
Night view of the Parthenon and Acropolis in the Greek capital Athina. Long exposure photography showing the antiquities illuminated in the dark with the urban landscape of the city around. The ancient hill of Acropolis, including the worldwide known marble made temple Parthenon and remains of many ancient buildings of great architectural and historic significance as the Erechtheion, Propylaia, Temple of Athena Nike, the Caryads and more. Acropolis was severed heavy damage during the Ottoman occupation. It is nowadays UNESCO World Heritage site since 1987. The Parthenon was a temple dedicated to the ancient Greek goddess Athena, it was built in 432BC by the architects Iktinos and Calicrates. There were also famous sculptures from Phidias inside. Athens, Greece on August 25, 2020 (Photo by Nicolas Economou/NurPhoto)
Photo Details
| Photo ID | #6109934 |
|---|---|
| Date Taken | |
| Location | N/A |
| Photographer | Nicolas Economou/NurPhoto |
| Category | Human Interest |
| Copyright | © 2026 NurPhoto - Nicolas Economou/NurPhoto |
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