Key Ancient Landmarks Vocabulary - Acropolis of Athens

in many different countries and regions of Earth

to go somewhere for a short time, especially to see something

the ancient Greek goddess of wisdom, handicrafts, strategic warfare, and inspiration, characterized by wearing a golden helmet and shield

a female divine being worshipped in different religions

to prevent someone or something from being damaged or harmed

a vertical structural element, often made of stone, that supports the weight of the building above it

at a time far in the past

the part of a city or town in which most of the shops, offices, and entertainment facilities are located

a building used for worshiping one or several gods, used by some religious communities, especially Buddhists and Hindus

able to withstand physical stress or pressure due to its solid construction

visually pleasing in a charming way

to a specific extent or degree

missing a part or parts

to have a particular appearance or give a particular impression

causing admiration because of size, skill, importance, etc.

someone who is against a person, or hates them

used to express a possibility

to begin using weapons against a place or enemy during a war

an opening like a door, gate, or passage that we can use to enter a building, room, etc.

the group of politicians in control of a country or state

to look after or manage someone or something, ensuring their needs are met

to take steps to confirm if something is correct, safe, or properly arranged

protected from any danger

to fix something that is damaged, broken, or not working properly

(of a person or thing) harmed or spoiled

any of the pieces making a whole, when combined

the citadel in ancient Greek towns

known by a lot of people

a naturally raised area of land that is higher than the land around it, often with a round shape

the capital and largest city of Greece; named after Athena (its patron goddess)

a country with a long history and rich culture located in South Eastern Europe and Northern Mediterranean Sea

a structure that has walls, a roof, and sometimes many levels, like an apartment, house, school, etc.

having a lot of value

*** continuing in existence or use

throughout a period of several years

related to or associated with religion, faith, or spirituality

a structure or town that has been designed for military defense against enemy attacks

a place of worship, used by Muslims

to keep something in a particular place for later use, typically in a systematic or organized manner

a type of powder that is explosive, used in making bullets, bombs, etc.

a state of armed fighting between two or more groups, nations, or states