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Parthenon
Parthenonas
Remains of an important temple dedicated to goddess Athena. Built entirely of Pentelic marble. Dominant of the city, a must see!
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Dionysiou Areopagitou 31-39
Athens 11742, Greece
Rating: 5/5
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