But while the Parthenon was dedicated to the goddess upon its completion in 438 B.C., scholars speculate about other aspects of its early use. For example, because the structure housed the Delian ...

The Parthenon The Parthenon stands as an enduring symbol of ancient Greece and its democratic ideals. Perched majestically on ...

Although Nashville's Parthenon was only meant to be temporary ... housing models of the statues found in the original structure as well as an impressive art collection. Travelers praise ...

The most famous structure there is the Parthenon, a temple dedicated to the city’s patron goddess, Athena. It’s joined by sites devoted to pagan ritual as well as some monumental gates.

But the structure has served other purposes in its storied history—as a treasury, an ammunition store, even an army barracks. In this time line, follow the Parthenon over the centuries and learn ...