Acropolis of Athens

A University of Oxford mathematician has challenged the long-held theory that ancient Greek builders designed the Parthenon’s subtle curves to compensate for optical illusions. Alain Goriely argues that the widely repeated explanation is likely a myth. Goriely laid out his...

This is the first photograph of the magnificent statue "The Calf Bearer" when it was discovered on the Acropolis in 1864.

The oldest street in Athens, and the whole of Europe, is about 2,500 years old -- and is located in the Plaka neighborhood.

William J. Stillman, an American journalist, diplomat, author, historian, and photographer captured the magic of the Acropolis in 1870 in a series of carbon prints. He was among the first to photograph this powerful symbol of Western heritage. Relatively unknown...

On September 26, 1687, the Parthenon of Acropolis in Athens faced a severe blow and was partly destroyed by Francesco Morosini, the leader of the Venetian army, who, as part of the Morean War, led an expedition to attack...

Found interspersed among the rocky terrain of the Acropolis of Athens is a small plant with pink flowers, the micromeria acropolitana.

Many important ancient temples are located in Greece and other countries, such as Italy, which were then part of the ancient Greek empire.

The Parthenon is one of the most iconic structures in the history of Western civilization. It stands in splendor on Acropolis Hill in Athens as it has for 2,500 years. Experts believe that the Parthenon's construction ingenuity has enabled...

Greece's Ministry of Culture has reacted negatively Friday to a drone light show by sports brand Adidas, which appears to have utilized the Acropolis as a backdrop, saying it will file lawsuits against all responsible parties involved in the...

The archaeological site of the Acropolis in Athens, one of the most visited tourist sites in the world, is getting revamped with new, hi-tech entrance gates and a welcome point aiming to improve the visitors' flow and experience. A total...