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The Acropolis
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From dazzling festivals honouring the goddess Athena to the engineering marvels of the Parthenon, Dan and classical historian Steve Kershaw explore how the Acropolis became the ultimate symbol of democracy, power, and devotion in Ancient Greece. Steve and Dan explain everything you need to know about this ancient hill that towers over the centre of Athens - from its role in Ancient Greek life, what the Parthenon friezes depict and how Lord Elgin controversially removed huge chunks of it to send back to Britain. This is the final episode in our travel history series 'Dan Snow's Guide to Europe'. Produced by Mariana Des Forges and edited by Dougal Patmore Join Dan and the team for a special…