The Parthenon (Athens, Greece) Is One Of The Major Doric Temples In The World Stock Photo

The Parthenon is a Greek peripteral octastyle temple of Doric order, located on the Acropolis in Athens, dedicated to the patron goddess Athena of the city. The Parthenon was built between 447 and 438 BC, during the Golden Age of Athens. It was designed by Ictinus and Callicrates and was built with Pentelic marble. The Parthenon is a masterpiece of classical architecture and is considered one of the most important monuments of antiquity. It is a perfect example of the Doric order, with soaring columns and simple capitals.