9The Theater of Dionysus, Athens

Nestled on the southern slope of the Acropolis, the Theater of Dionysus is the birthplace of Greek drama.

Dedicated to Dionysus, the god of wine and theater, it was originally constructed in the 6th century BCE and expanded later. This historic site hosted the works of legendary playwrights such as Sophocles, Euripides, and Aristophanes, with a capacity for 17,000 spectators.

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