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  1. Parthenon - Wikipedia

    The Parthenon (/ ˈpɑːrθəˌnɒn, - nən /; Ancient Greek: Παρθενών, romanised: Parthenōn [par.tʰe.nɔ̌ːn]; Greek: Παρθενώνας, romanised: Parthenónas [parθeˈnonas]) is a former temple [6][7] on the …

  2. Parthenon | Definition, History, Architecture, Columns, Greece, & Facts ...

    3 days ago · Parthenon, temple that dominates the Acropolis at Athens. It was built in the mid-5th century BCE and dedicated to the Greek goddess Athena Parthenos. The temple is generally …

  3. Parthenon: Definition, Facts, Athens & Greece | HISTORY

    Feb 2, 2018 · The Parthenon is a resplendent marble temple built between 447 and 432 B.C. during the height of the ancient Greek Empire.

  4. Parthenon - World History Encyclopedia

    Oct 28, 2012 · The magnificent temple on the Acropolis of Athens, known as the Parthenon, was built between 447 and 432 BCE in the Age of Pericles, and it was dedicated to the city's patron deity …

  5. The Parthenon, Athens – Smarthistory

    The Parthenon was altered by a series of aspiring monarchs, both Hellenistic and Roman. Their goal was to pull the monument, anchored in the canonical past, toward the contemporary. They did so …

  6. Understanding the Parthenon: A Guide to Its Historical Significance

    Jun 27, 2025 · The Parthenon is one of the most iconic structures of ancient Greece, symbolizing the cultural and political achievements of Athens at the height of its power. Built in the 5th century BCE, …

  7. What is The Parthenon, and Why is It Famous? | Pantheon Athens

    May 28, 2025 · The Parthenon, a masterpiece of ancient Greek architecture, stands as a testament to the artistic and cultural achievements of Athens during its Golden Age in the 5th century BC.

  8. Parthenon - Visit Greece

    The Parthenon, dedicated by the Athenians to Athena Parthenos, the patron of their city, is the most magnificent creation of Athenian democracy at the height of its power. It is also the finest monument …

  9. The Parthenon: Temple of the Gods - sciencenewstoday.org

    Sep 17, 2025 · The Parthenon was not only a temple but also a canvas of stone, adorned with some of the greatest sculptures in history. Under the direction of Phidias, artists filled the temple with stories …

  10. The Parthenon - General Information · Wilcox Classical Museum

    The Parthenon is a temple-like building on the Acropolis at Athens and dedicated to the virgin goddess Athena (Roman Minerva).