• Pnyx: the First Podium of Democracy

    June 27, 2016 in Greece ⋅ 🌙 24 °C

    In 507 BC, Athenians first gathered at the podium at Pnyx to conduct assemblies. This location was pivotal in the development of democracy, where power was transferred to citizens. It is located on Philopappos hill, beside the Acropolis. It is easily accessed using the pedestrian walkway around the Acropolis.Read more