# Erechtheion

Athens, Greece

An elegant Ionic temple on the Acropolis, built between around 421 and 406 BCE on uneven sacred ground. Its asymmetrical plan served several cults at once, and its Porch of the Caryatids, supported by six sculpted maidens, is among the most famous sights in Athens.

## Roots Earth

Roots Earth has a longer story for Erechtheion, with a choice of female or male voice. Download the city audio to listen offline. No account is needed.

Coordinates: 37.9721, 23.7265

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