Cyber Day 3/5/15

 

1. Parthenon - A temple dedicated to the patron god of Athens, which was the goddess Athena; the goddess of wisdom. Located in Athens, Greece. Construction started in 447 B.C. and ended in 438 B.C. although small details were still being done until 432 B.C. The Parthenon was the most famous building designed in the Doric Order. The Doric order was a plain style, but very sturdy. The structure was made of limestone and the columns were made of marble. The Parthenon is still around today but severely damaged because of an attack back in the 1600s by the Venetians.

 2. Erechtheum- A temple dedicated to both Athena and Poseidon. Located in Athens, Greece. It was built between 421 B.C and 405 B.C. The Erechthum was built in the Ionic Order. The Ionic Order was thinner and more elegant and had a scroll like design. However the Erechtheum is known mostly for its porch. It has 6 women as the pillars. The women were known as Caryatids, however it is unknown on who they represent.


     3. The Temple of Hephaestus- A temple dedicated to the god Hephaestus and, the god of metal working and craftsmanship. It is located in Athens, Greece. It was built in 450 B.C. and finished in 415 B.C. Similar to the Parthenon it is also built in the Doric Order. It is one of the most well preserved temple from Ancient Greece, and is still as big as it was when built. It was also made out of mostly marble.