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The Parthenon, dedicated to Athena, is the Acropolis’s most renowned structure, crafted entirely from white marble. With its harmonious proportions, gentle curves, and intricate sculptures, it stands as a masterpiece of ancient Greek architecture.

How many people visit the Parthenon every year?

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Over 8.4 million people visited the Acropolis of Athens, home to the Parthenon and other ancient Greek monuments, in 2023.

How many tourists visited the Parthenon in 2023?

How many people visited the Parthenon in 2022?

How much do visitors spend visiting the Parthenon every year?

In 2023, the Acropolis of Athens, where the Parthenon is located, generated €60 million in revenue from visitors, a 30% increase from €46 million in 2022.

How much did people spend at the Parthenon in 2023?

How much did people spend visiting the Parthenon in 2022?

Impact of Coronavirus – Parthenon at the Acropolis of Athens Statistics 2021

How popular is the Parthenon as a tourist destination?

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When is the best time to visit the Parthenon at the Acropolis of Athens?

How much does it cost to visit the Parthenon?

The Parthenon is an archaeological site located at the top hill of the Acropolis of Athens. Here are the ticket costs:

Parthenon History

When was the Parthenon built?

What was the Parthenon used for?

In the modern era, the Parthenon stands as a symbol of ancient Greece’s cultural heritage and architectural mastery.


Over centuries, the Parthenon underwent various transformations:

Following Greece’s independence in the 19th century, the Parthenon became a symbol of national pride and a prominent tourist site.


References

  1. NewArtnet: Tourism to Acropolis ↩︎
  2. TodayOnline: Acropolis Visitors from September ↩︎
  3. AthensTourGreece: Tourism and the Acropolis of Athens ↩︎
  4. TheNationalNews: Renovation at Acropolis of Athens ↩︎
  5. Ekathimerini: Revenue from visits to the Acropolis ↩︎
  6. Greeka: UNESCO Sites list of Greece & the islands – Acropolis of Athens ↩︎