The Parthenon is an ancient Greek temple located on the Acropolis of Athens. It was built in the 5th century BCE and is dedicated to the goddess Athena. The Parthenon is considered one of the finest examples of classical Greek architecture, and it has been widely influential on western architecture since its construction. The temple is built of marble and is adorned with sculptures and reliefs that depict myths and legends from Greek mythology. The Parthenon has a distinctive peristyle, or colonnade, of fluted columns that surrounds the main temple. The temple’s interior contains a number of rooms and chambers, including a central cella, or sanctuary, that housed the statue of Athena. The Parthenon has had a long and varied history and has undergone numerous renovations and restorations over the centuries. Today, it is a major tourist attraction and a symbol of the city of Athens and of Greece.
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