Uploaded November 2018 | Updated September 2026, 1 hour ago

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The Acropolis, Athens, is one of the world's most famous UNESCO World Heritage Sites in Greece. Sitting on a rocky platform in the centre of Athens, the Acropolis is home to several ancient buildings, most famously the Parthenon, a huge temple to Athena dating from around 450 BC. Enjoy!

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Ancient City of Nessebar: youtu.be/r2IOyU--6V4
Archaeological Area of Agrigento: youtu.be/a8DMfFiaV_o

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Elgin Marbles East Pediment image used under CC2.0, courtesy of Andrew Dunn via Wikimedia
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