What were the major areas of contribution of Athens to western culture?
1 Answer
Jul 25, 2016
Assuming that this question deals with the "classical period" (c.500-320 BCE):
Explanation:
During the period between the Hippias and Isagoras dictators and the death of Alexander the Great, Athens is best remembered as the home of democracy (although this "democracy" was only extended to male, hereditary Athens).
Much of the basis for Western culture originated during this period.
