Athens is often considered better than Sparta because of its focus on culture, philosophy, and democracy. Athens was a center of arts, education, and intellectual pursuits, while Sparta was primarily a militaristic society. Additionally, Athens gave its citizens more freedom and opportunities for political participation compared to the strict and rigid society of Sparta.
Athens offered a more diverse culture with a focus on arts, education, and democracy, while Sparta was more militaristic and regimented. Athens had a more open and inclusive society, while Sparta's strict social structure and focus on warfare may have limited personal freedoms for its citizens. Overall, the emphasis on intellectual and cultural pursuits in Athens could be seen as more appealing than the militaristic focus of Sparta.
Athens had a more vibrant cultural scene, with a focus on arts, philosophy, and intellectual pursuits. Athenian society valued freedom of expression and individuality, whereas Sparta was known for its strict military-focused lifestyle with limited personal freedoms.
Both Athens and Sparta provided similar freedoms for their citizens (adult males). In Athens, females had little freedom, and slaves none. In Sparta, women had similar freedom to the males, and serfs had limited freedom, being bound to their land.
Athens valued education and intellectual pursuits more than Sparta, which focused primarily on military training and physical prowess. As a result, Athens attracted more philosophers who were interested in engaging in philosophical discussions and developing new ideas. Additionally, the democratic system in Athens provided greater freedom of expression compared to the more authoritarian government in Sparta.
Yes, Sparta relied on a system of slaves called helots who were more numerous than the free citizens; in fact, the helots greatly outnumbered the Spartan citizens. In contrast, Athens also had slaves but fewer in number compared to the free population.
Athens isn't better than sparta. its the other way around!!
Athens was a democracy and had more liberal (for that time) thinking and had good navy. Sparta was a oligarchy was more conservative and militaristic and had great army. In the war between them (Peloponnesian war), Sparta won.
Sparta Woman had much more freedom the Athenian woman. Sparta woman also had a better education than Athens.
Most boys had better education than military skillls
because there poo heads
In academics, Athens was better. When it came to fighting, Sparta was better.
Athens had a strong navy, while Sparta had a better army
Athens
Athens is better then Sparta because Athens didnt throw out babies because they were weak! Anyway, Athens is better just because:}:}:}:}:]Another ViewYet Athenian women were kept in virtual slavery at home, whereas in Sparta they were free to participate in community life. And a third of the Athenian population were owned slaves, whereas in Sparta, they were serfs. Who was' best' ?
Athens, but it is a matter of opinion
Sparta was stronger because they trained for the military more than Athens.
Sparta had a better army by far, but Athens had a much better navy.