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Acropolis, the pride of Greece, is an ancient monument symbolizing Athens. Its numerous temples have been sacred places for citizens throughout history and were used as strongholds during time of war. Parthenon, dedicated to the goddess Athena, is said to be the masterpiece of Doric architecture. Completed in 432 B.C., this temple is the result of collective work by architect Iktinos and many other technical experts. The white marble temple is approximately 31 meters wide, 70 meters deep and 10 meters high. Gables and metopes (the walls between the roof and gables) are adorned with sculptures deriving from mythologies and ancient history. The God’s room used to have a 12-meter-high image of Athena made of gold and ivory. This statue, however, does not remain today. This museum has prehistoric articles excavated from the hills of Acropolis and its vicinities. These intriguing articles are displayed in chorological order, enabling visitors to understand the development of the ancient city of Acropolis. Agora, meaning “market,” once prospered as the political, economic, and cultural center of Athens. From about 6th century B.C., Ancient Agora began to develop as a place where many people came to exchange information. However, after the invasion by Persia and Roma, it went into decline and turned to a residential district.In around 1931, all of the 300 private houses were moved elsewhere due to excavation work. 　　　 　　　 Formerly called Thission, this Doric temple erected on the hill of Kolonos Agorais is one of the few intact Greek structures remaining. As a result of excavation work, many articles related to forging and metal work were found, leading to the assumption that this temple may have been dedicated to the Olympian god Hephaistos, the god of smiths and metal-workers. Thus, the temple was renamed Hephaistos. Nonetheless, the Greek people still call it Thission. Of all the Greek remains, this two-story building (115 meters long and 20 meters wide) is the only piece of architecture that has been completely restored. Many excavated articles from ancient Agora such as vases, ceramics, and water clocks are on display here.