Athens - Roman Agora

Athens, the southernmost capital on the European mainland, is one of the world's oldest cities, with its recorded history spanning over 3,400 years. According to Greek mythology the city was named after Athena, the ancient Greek goddess of wisdom. Classical Athens was one of the most powerful city-states in ancient Greece. It was a centre for democracy, the arts, education and philosophy, and was highly influential throughout the European continent, particularly in Ancient Rome. For this reason it is often regarded as the cradle of Western civilisation and the birthplace of democracy.


The Roman Agora was built around 100 metres east of the original agora by Eucles of Marathon between 27 BC and 17 BC using funds donated by Augustus, in fulfilment of a promise originally made by Julius Caesar in 51 BC.