Athens, Greece

Pnyx

Pnyx, Athens

A rocky hillside west of the Acropolis where the citizen assembly of ancient Athens gathered to debate and vote. Widely regarded as the birthplace of democracy, it still bears the rock-cut speaker's platform from which Pericles and Demosthenes addressed thousands.

What the app adds

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

Location

Coordinates: 37.97167, 23.71944

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