Erechtheum (Erechthion)
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The Erechtheum was a temple on the Acropolis built for the tutelary deities of Athens, Athena Polias, Poseidon, and Erechtheus. In 480 the Persians burned it, but it was rebuilt and greatly admired. On its south side was a small hall for Kore that was supported by caryatids instead of columns.
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Porch of the Maidens (Caryatid porch), Erechtheion, Acropolis, Athens
CC Flickr Eustaquio Santimano
Also see
Columns Feature
Columns links
Acropolis entry
Atlas entry
Caryatid entry
Erechtheus entry
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