The Erechtheion: Athens' ArchitecturalMarvel with the Famous Caryatids

🏛 Basic Info English Name: The Erechtheion Location: Acropolis of Athens, Greece Notable Feature: World-famous for its Caryatids (maiden columns) 🌟 Myth & History Legend says this temple marks the spot where Athena and Poseidon competed to become Athens' patron deity. Built in the Ionic style, it was the final masterpiece of Pericles' Acropolis reconstruction plan. 🏛 Architectural Brilliance Three Sanctuaries: Dedicated to Zeus, Poseidon, and Hephaestus, connected by two distinctive colonnades. The Caryatids: Six elegantly carved maiden columns support the southern porch. Each maiden has: Unique facial expressions, hairstyles, and draped garments A clever structural design: Thickened necks hidden by braided hair + floral baskets to distribute the roof's weight Symmetrical poses: Left trio bend right legs, right trio bend left legs ⚠️ Preservation Note The on-site Caryatids are replicas. 5 originals reside in the Acropolis Museum. 1 original was taken by Lord Elgin in the 1800s and now sits in the British Museum. #Architecture #Travel #GreeceTravel #Athens #Acropolis #Erechtheion #Caryatids #HistoryLovers