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The Choragic Monument of Lysicrates near the Acropolis of Athens was erected by the choregos Lysicrates, a wealthy patron of musical performances in the Theater of Dionysus, to commemorate the prize in the dithyramb contest of the City Dionysia in 335/334 BCE, of which performance he was liturgist.
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The Choragic Monument of Lysicrates near the Acropolis of Athens was erected by the choregos Lysicrates, a wealthy patron of musical performances in the Theater of Dionysus, to commemorate the prize in the dithyramb contest of the City Dionysia in 335/334 BCE, of which performance he was liturgist.

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attractions: Parthenon, Acropolis Museum, Acropolis of Athens, Theatre of Dionysus, Holy Church of Saint Catherine, South Slope of the Acropolis of Athens, Temple of Olympian Zeus, Holy Church of Saint Nicholas Rangavas, Arch of Hadrian, Melina Mercouri Monument, restaurants: Ta Giouvetsakia, Diogenes, Cave of Acropolis, Trattoria Plaka, Thespis, Kosmikon, Restaurant Scholarhio, Daphne's Restaurant, To Kafeneio, Samano Radio Restaurant
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The Lisicrates Monument is a fascinating and beautifully preserved piece of ancient Athens, conveniently located near the lively Plaka district. This small yet striking monument was erected in the 4th century BCE by the choregos Lisicrates to commemorate a victory in a theatrical competition. Its elegant Corinthian columns and intricate friezes make it one of the earliest surviving examples of this architectural style.

What makes the Lisicrates Monument especially appealing is that it is free to visit, making it a perfect quick stop while exploring the heart of Athens without worrying about admission fees. It’s easy to find, nestled along a busy pedestrian street, and offers a unique contrast to the bustling city life around it.

The monument’s rich history and artistic detail provide a glimpse into ancient Greek culture and their love for theater and celebrations. Nearby plaques provide useful information for visitors wanting to learn more about its background and significance.

While small in size, the monument’s charm and location make it an ideal photo opportunity and a peaceful spot to pause during your Athens walk. It’s especially recommended for history enthusiasts and those interested in ancient architecture.

Whether you’re on a tight schedule or enjoying a leisurely stroll, the Lisicrates Monument is a must-see hidden gem that brings a touch of classical elegance to your...

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In the area of ​​Plaka, on the wñest side of the ancient Street of Tripodon, is this impressive cylindrical Choragic Monument 6.50 meters high, built on a square plinth of porolite, with six Corinthian style columns of Pentelic marble. It has a frieze with scenes from the life of Dionysus. It was built by Lysikrates in 335-334 BC. in order to support and display the bronze tripod given to him as a prize for winning the musical performances at the Theater of Dionysos, of which he was a sponsor. In ancient times, the sponsors were wealthy Athenians who undertook the expenses of holding dance and theater competitions and when they won the competitions, they were rewarded by the city with a bronze or gold-plated tripod. They built sponsorship monuments dedicated to Dionysus and placed their prize, the tripod, on top of them. Tripodon Street got its name from the placement of these tripods on the right and left of the street. It is the best preserved example of a choragic monument. It is the center of interest of the homonymous square. It has a very fascinating history. For this reason I give 5 stars. Nice environment, many restaurants, cafes, shops and a view of...

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Ο όρος «Το Φανάρι του Διογένη» ανακατευθύνει εδώ. Για το δίσκο του Νικόλα Άσιμου, δείτε: Νικόλας Άσιμος (δισκογραφία)#Το Φανάρι του Διογένη.

Το μνημείο του Λυσικράτη Το Μνημείο Λυσικράτους, γνωστό και ως «Φανάρι του Διογένη», είναι ένα πέτρινο κτίσμα κυλινδρικού σχήματος, το καλύτερα σωζόμενο χορηγικό μνημείο της αρχαιότητας. Βρίσκεται στην Αθήνα, επί της αρχαίας οδού Τριπόδων και κτίστηκε από τον Λυσικράτη το 335-334 π.Χ.[1] προκειμένου να στηρίζει και να αναδεικνύει ένα σημαντικό αντικείμενο στην κορυφή του: τον χάλκινο τρίποδα που του είχε δοθεί ως έπαθλο για τον ρόλο του ως χορηγού (χρηματοδότη) του νικητήριου θεατρικού έργου στους τελευταίους δραματικούς αγώνες.[2] Οι χορηγοί ήταν ευκατάστατοι πολίτες που αναλάμβαναν με έξοδά τους τη συγκρότηση του χορού, δηλαδή της ομάδας ανθρώπων που συμμετείχε σε θεατρικά έργα και επίσημες τελετές. Ο χάλκινος τρίποδας ήταν το πρώτο βραβείο των θεατρικών αγώνων και απονεμόταν στον χορηγό του δραματικού έργου. Οι τρίποδες κατατίθενταν στο Ιερό του Διονύσου ή τοποθετούνταν στη γειτονική οδό των Τριπόδων. Προκειμένου δε να εκτεθούν με μεγαλοπρεπέστερο τρόπο, οι τρίποδες έμπαιναν μερικές φορές σε ψηλή βάση, η οποία μπορούσε να έχει την μορφή κίονα, ή ακόμη και μνημείου σε σχήμα ναΐσκου, όπως έχει αυτή του Λυσικράτους.

Το Μνημείο του Λυσικράτους παρέμεινε άθικτο στην ίδια θέση μέχρι σήμερα, παρ΄ότι ο τρίποδας στην κορυφή του δεν σώζεται. Το 1669 ενσωματώθηκε στο γειτονικό Μοναστήρι των Καπουτσίνων οι οποίοι το μετέτρεψαν σε αναγνωστήριο και βιβλιοθήκη, αφού είχαν μετακινήσει τον ένα ορθοστάτη για να ανοίξουν είσοδο. Η μονή καταστράφηκε κατά την Ελληνική Επανάσταση. Αργότερα, το μνημείο περιήλθε για ένα διάστημα στην κυριότητα του γαλλικού κράτους. Σήμερα το μνημείο εντοπίζεται στην πλατεία Λυσικράτους, στη συμβολή των οδών Λυσικράτους, Βύρωνος και Σέλλευ.

Πίνακας περιεχομένων 1 Περιγραφή 2 Το μνημείο ως μονή 3 Επιρροή 4 Παραπομπές 5 Εξωτερικοί σύνδεσμοι Περιγραφή Το μνημείο αποτελείται από ψηλό τετράγωνο κρηπίδωμα από πωρόλιθο (ύψους 4 μ. και πλάτους 3 μ), από μαρμάρινο επ' αυτού πεντελίσιο κυκλοτερές οικοδόμημα, σε σχήμα κυκλικού ναΐσκου, περιβαλλόμενο από έξι ημικίονες αττικο-κορινθιακού ρυθμού με θολωτή στέγη. Τα ενδιάμεσα των κιονόκρανων κοσμούνται με ανάγλυφους τρίποδες. Στο μπροστινό δε μέρος του επιστυλίου υπάρχει η επιγραφή:

«Λυσικράτης Λυσιθείδου Κικυνεύς εχορήγει

Ακαμαντίς παίδων ενίκα θέων ηύλει

Λυσιάδας Αθηναίος εδίδασκε Ευαίνετος ήρχε»

Έτσι κατά την επιγραφή αυτή το μνημείο έφερε τον άθλο της νίκης χορού παίδων της Ακαμαντίδας φυλής και το ανήγειρε ο Λυσικράτης του Λυσιθείδη κατά την 111η Ολυμπιάδα (335-334π.Χ.). Η δε άνω του επιστυλίου ζωφόρος φέρει ανάγλυφη παράσταση από το μύθο της αιχμαλωσίας του Διονύσου από Τυρρηνούς πειρατές.[3] Η στέγη αποτελείται από μονολιθικό θόλο (φτιαγμένο από κυανωπό μάρμαρο από τον Υμηττό) διακοσμημένο στην κάτω περιφέρεια με έκτυπα κυμάτια, στη δε θολωτή επιφάνεια με φολιδωτά ή λεπιδωτά κοσμήματα. Την επιφάνεια αυτή διατρέχει από δύο πλευρές, από μια σειρά ανθεμίων που καταλήγουν στο ανωφερές κέντρο της στέγης όπου μετασχηματίζονται σε ακανθωτό επίθημα πάνω στο οποίο στηριζόταν ο χάλκινος τρίποδας, το έπαθλο του Λυσικράτη που το υποστήριζαν δύο αγαλματίδια Σάτυρου...

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The Lisicrates Monument is a fascinating and beautifully preserved piece of ancient Athens, conveniently located near the lively Plaka district. This small yet striking monument was erected in the 4th century BCE by the choregos Lisicrates to commemorate a victory in a theatrical competition. Its elegant Corinthian columns and intricate friezes make it one of the earliest surviving examples of this architectural style. What makes the Lisicrates Monument especially appealing is that it is free to visit, making it a perfect quick stop while exploring the heart of Athens without worrying about admission fees. It’s easy to find, nestled along a busy pedestrian street, and offers a unique contrast to the bustling city life around it. The monument’s rich history and artistic detail provide a glimpse into ancient Greek culture and their love for theater and celebrations. Nearby plaques provide useful information for visitors wanting to learn more about its background and significance. While small in size, the monument’s charm and location make it an ideal photo opportunity and a peaceful spot to pause during your Athens walk. It’s especially recommended for history enthusiasts and those interested in ancient architecture. Whether you’re on a tight schedule or enjoying a leisurely stroll, the Lisicrates Monument is a must-see hidden gem that brings a touch of classical elegance to your Athens adventure.
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In the area of ​​Plaka, on the wñest side of the ancient Street of Tripodon, is this impressive cylindrical Choragic Monument 6.50 meters high, built on a square plinth of porolite, with six Corinthian style columns of Pentelic marble. It has a frieze with scenes from the life of Dionysus. It was built by Lysikrates in 335-334 BC. in order to support and display the bronze tripod given to him as a prize for winning the musical performances at the Theater of Dionysos, of which he was a sponsor. In ancient times, the sponsors were wealthy Athenians who undertook the expenses of holding dance and theater competitions and when they won the competitions, they were rewarded by the city with a bronze or gold-plated tripod. They built sponsorship monuments dedicated to Dionysus and placed their prize, the tripod, on top of them. Tripodon Street got its name from the placement of these tripods on the right and left of the street. It is the best preserved example of a choragic monument. It is the center of interest of the homonymous square. It has a very fascinating history. For this reason I give 5 stars. Nice environment, many restaurants, cafes, shops and a view of the Acropolis.
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The Lysikrates Monument is the most famous Khoregos monument in Athens. It was built by Lysikrates around 330 BC. Choir exhibited in 344 to commemorate his victory. The monument stands on a 2 meter high rectangular base, approx. It is a slender, cylindrical small circular building 5 meters high, the spaces between its six Corinthian half-columns are covered with marble slabs. The 25-centimeter-high frieze depicts the adventure of Dionysus with the Etruscan pirates, whom the god turned into dolphins as punishment because they wanted to rob him. On the richly carved marble acanthus ornament visible at the top of the monument, three three-legged bronze tripods once stood, which, according to the inscription on the architrave, was won by "Khoregos Lysikrates, son of Lysithides".
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The Lisicrates Monument is a fascinating and beautifully preserved piece of ancient Athens, conveniently located near the lively Plaka district. This small yet striking monument was erected in the 4th century BCE by the choregos Lisicrates to commemorate a victory in a theatrical competition. Its elegant Corinthian columns and intricate friezes make it one of the earliest surviving examples of this architectural style. What makes the Lisicrates Monument especially appealing is that it is free to visit, making it a perfect quick stop while exploring the heart of Athens without worrying about admission fees. It’s easy to find, nestled along a busy pedestrian street, and offers a unique contrast to the bustling city life around it. The monument’s rich history and artistic detail provide a glimpse into ancient Greek culture and their love for theater and celebrations. Nearby plaques provide useful information for visitors wanting to learn more about its background and significance. While small in size, the monument’s charm and location make it an ideal photo opportunity and a peaceful spot to pause during your Athens walk. It’s especially recommended for history enthusiasts and those interested in ancient architecture. Whether you’re on a tight schedule or enjoying a leisurely stroll, the Lisicrates Monument is a must-see hidden gem that brings a touch of classical elegance to your Athens adventure.
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In the area of ​​Plaka, on the wñest side of the ancient Street of Tripodon, is this impressive cylindrical Choragic Monument 6.50 meters high, built on a square plinth of porolite, with six Corinthian style columns of Pentelic marble. It has a frieze with scenes from the life of Dionysus. It was built by Lysikrates in 335-334 BC. in order to support and display the bronze tripod given to him as a prize for winning the musical performances at the Theater of Dionysos, of which he was a sponsor. In ancient times, the sponsors were wealthy Athenians who undertook the expenses of holding dance and theater competitions and when they won the competitions, they were rewarded by the city with a bronze or gold-plated tripod. They built sponsorship monuments dedicated to Dionysus and placed their prize, the tripod, on top of them. Tripodon Street got its name from the placement of these tripods on the right and left of the street. It is the best preserved example of a choragic monument. It is the center of interest of the homonymous square. It has a very fascinating history. For this reason I give 5 stars. Nice environment, many restaurants, cafes, shops and a view of the Acropolis.
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The Lysikrates Monument is the most famous Khoregos monument in Athens. It was built by Lysikrates around 330 BC. Choir exhibited in 344 to commemorate his victory. The monument stands on a 2 meter high rectangular base, approx. It is a slender, cylindrical small circular building 5 meters high, the spaces between its six Corinthian half-columns are covered with marble slabs. The 25-centimeter-high frieze depicts the adventure of Dionysus with the Etruscan pirates, whom the god turned into dolphins as punishment because they wanted to rob him. On the richly carved marble acanthus ornament visible at the top of the monument, three three-legged bronze tripods once stood, which, according to the inscription on the architrave, was won by "Khoregos Lysikrates, son of Lysithides".
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