Ancient history

What was in ancient Greece?

Acropolis: A hilltop citadel found in many ancient Greek cities, often containing temples and other important buildings.

Agora: A central public space in ancient Greek cities where people gathered for trade, social activities, and political discussions.

Amphitheater: A large, open-air theater used for dramatic performances, often built in a circular or semi-circular shape.

Bouleuterion: A council house where officials and citizens met to discuss and decide on matters of governance.

Gymnasium: A place for athletic training and physical education, consisting of various facilities such as running tracks, wrestling areas, and baths.

Hermae: Stone pillars or posts with the head of Hermes, the messenger god, often placed at crossroads and entrances to buildings.

Hippodrome: A racecourse for horses and chariots.

Odeon: A small theater primarily used for musical performances and poetry recitals.

Oracle: A place of worship where people sought divine guidance and predictions, such as the famous Oracle of Delphi.

Palaestra: A wrestling school or training ground for athletes.

Stoa: A covered walkway or portico with columns, often used for public gatherings, shops, or educational purposes.

Temple: A sacred building dedicated to a deity, featuring an interior cella housing a cult image of the god or goddess.

Theater: A large, open-air theater used for dramatic performances, often built on hillsides.

Tholos: A circular building with a domed roof, often used as a meeting place or shrine.