Cascade (AD 16) - Naval Cruise Book

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ACROPOLIS OF ATHENS To the citizens of early Athens, the Acropolis was the center of both religious activities end public entertainment. A relic of the pre-Christian era, and a monument to Greek Civilization, it still sings of their archi- tectural genius. Some of its buildings date back to the second millinnium B.C. All through the Acropolis one sees the many shrines and statues, each dedicated to a different god. The Odium (music hall) built about 150 B.C., was used chiefly for concerts. Its capacity is approximately 5,000. Concerts are still pe- formed here during the summer season. The most renowned building is the Part- hanon dedicated to the goddess Athena, for whom the city was named. It is considered to be a symbol of the best of the Creek think- ers — a perfect balance between matter and spirit; beauty that does not come into conflict with order; order that sets no limits to beauty. ADMIRING THE PORCH OF THE CARYATIDS THE PARTHENON » — - «— — , o. f m r .

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So ends the tour section, o poignant part of our cruise and one of educational and recollective qualities. We hope our recap has brought you through this pleasant part of the cruise in an informative and pleasing manner.