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Athens was considered a city of great contrasts due to its blend of ancient traditions and progressive ideals, particularly during its Golden Age. The city was a hub of democracy, philosophy, and the arts, showcasing intellectual achievements alongside stark social inequalities, including slavery. Architecturally, grand structures like the Parthenon coexisted with poorer neighborhoods, while its citizens experienced a vibrant cultural life amidst political strife. This juxtaposition of wealth and poverty, innovation and tradition, made Athens a unique and complex society.
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What is the first city state to establish democracy?
Athens Greece was the birthplace of democracy.
Was Athens an isolationist city according to Pericles?
Pericles promoted imperialism. Sparta was the isolationist and considered as threat to the Athenian Empire.
What was the period of great achievement in Athens?
The Golden Age in the second half of the 5th Century BCE when Athens established an empire and used the proceeds to glorify the city and promote culture and learning.
What city is considered to be the birthplace of western civilization?
That would be claimed by several different peoples today - Athens or Rome, take your pick.
What city was known as the center of Greek theater?
Athens
Why can Athens be called a city of contrasts?
the peoples homes were simple but the governments were stately
What city was Theseus from?
He was considered the great Athenian hero, but he grew up in a city in southern Greece (in his mother's home).
What is the country of Athens?
Athens is the capital city of Greece. It is considered one of the oldest city of the world with a recorded history of 3500 years.
Which city stats is considered the birthplace of democracy?
Athens :)
What is rival to Athens?
In ancient times, Sparta was the leading rival of Athens
Athens vs Sparta what is each city-state known for?
Athens is known for its nice city. Wail on the other hand Sparta was known for its great army of Spartans.
What is Athens highest city?
Athens is a city so it would be Athens
Which city-state was called the school of Greece?
No city-state had that ''title'' but many of the great ancient thinkers were from Athens.
How will Athenians ruin their city?
Athens' own people, for the sake of money, are determined to ruin this great city by their foolishness.
What were the two great ramparts that protected the roadway from Athens to the sea?
The two great ramparts that protected the roadway from Athens to the sea were known as the Long Walls. They were fortifications that protected the city from invaders.
Is Athens Greece a city?
Yes, Athens, Greece is a city.
What are Athens major cities?
Athens does not have city's in it because it is a city!
