Parthenon (Acropolis)

Iktinos and Kallikrates (Phidias directed the sculptural program), Parthenon, Athens, 447 - 432 B.C.E.
Speakers: Dr. Beth Harris and Dr. Steven Zucker. Created by Steven Zucker and Beth Harris.

[peroz]

This time the folks at Smarthistory have really surpassed themselves .This video has more information about the Parthenon than most longer documentaries on the subject. Those involved in its making deserve a place among the immortal gods for their achievement in bringing this magnificent building almost back to life.

[sketchyforlife]

I enjoy these smart history videos purely because the two speakers get so excited while simultaneously talking quietly

[c_turtle]

Architecture and architectural elements are very difficult to understand yet you've been able to communicate in a simple and concrete manner that is easy to comprehend. Teachers can learn from your style. Indeed, thank you so much!

[beastman]

Most excellent summary of the Parthenon.  Viewing it for an art history class it givesa good understanding of the overall architecture background.

[chrismitsos]

I see it everyday..the incredible thing is how it looks from far away from different streets or angles. It really is something magical.

[musicbuff]

I enjoy this video thoroughly. My humanities professor showed this in class and I've gone back to it ever since for notes on this magnificent piece of art. I love every video that you and Dr. Beth produce! Thank You for all of your work!

[mr.hgorgan]

Just visited the Acropolis, absolutely amazing, fascinating, and along with the 360 top view of Athens and the Aegean see looks almost surreal.

[zzzz_]

That's unbelievable that people so many years ago built such a amazing building

[BlackMytilus]

So beautiful. I am proud to own a scale model of the Parthenon, which stands just next to my laptop!

[janetjd]

The best and most comprehensive lesson on the Parthenon I have heard, or read for that matter. It allows viewers to appreciate the original structure, architects, and the present ruins so much more. It also makes the individuals who created the building that much more mysterious - how did they come to learn such skills and techniques? One wonders if they did, in fact, receive inspiration from their gods!

[ScaryRevenant]

Your guys narration is buttery smooth and so relaxing

[rs]

Thank you for this very informative short video fo the Parthenon.. I've visited it once alone in 2019 and excited to visit it again with my kids in a month again.. Thanks again.

[bewitchedk]

Im watching this for an assignment in history.
In quarintine.

[Milubee]

This is absolutely amazing, instantly subscribing to ace all my art history exams and also for pure enjoyment, such fascinating stuff in attractive voices, quick to the point, well demonstrated with pictures.
I feel such strong urge to go back in time to be able to see this stunning temple.
Thank you.

[isopodss]

I love these, they’re so easy to understand, and I can tell that the commentators are so passionate! It really makes a difference when the commentators on videos are interested in the topic.

[diletant]

Thanks a lot! It is a very inspiring and educative documentary. Excellent visuals. Lots of information!

[Risa]

Well, the first time I visited the Acropolis, we could walk inside the Parthenon. And, yes, it was quite an experience.

[vanessawuest]

I love how you show and explain things very informative

[panoskatsigiannis]

The most iconic symbol of human culture and philosophy. The most important monument on the planet!

[chensharon]

This video is really informative and the YouTubers really put a lot of effort into this, and I can see that.