Faces People, Places, and World Culture for Kids and Children

EXPLORING ATHENS: From the Acropolis to the Agora

Athens is the city that comes to mind when people think of Greece. Millions of tourists visit it every year. But you can take this quick tour of the city’s landmarks without having to set foot on an airplane.

THE ACROPOLIS

The Acropolis is one of the most famous landmarks in the world. Perched on this steep, rocky hill is an ancient group of Greek monuments. They include the Parthenon, a temple dedicated to the goddess Athena, and the Erechtheion, a temple

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