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Athens

Αθήναι


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  • Founded in 508 BC
  • Fell to Macedonian Rule in 322 BC
  • Named after the goddess Athena
  • Considered the birthplace of democracy
  • One of the oldest cities in the world as well, with recorded history going back over 3400 years.
  • Considered the center of power, art, science, and philosophy during ancient times.

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Athens, Greece

A Day in the Life

Lottery vs. Election in Ancient Athens

Assassin's Creed Odyssey: A Tour of Athens

Patron God

ATHENA

Goddess of wisdom, handicraft, and war

 

Symbols: Owls, olive trees, snakes, Aegis, armour, helmets, spears, Gorgoneion