The Parthenon in Athens briefly shed its scaffolding
It was a rare sight on Athens’ skyline, and it didn’t last long: The Parthenon was without scaffolding for the first time in years. Greek residents and visitors in recent weeks enjoyed an unobstructed view of the marble temple crowning the Acropolis during its long restoration. Here’s a look at the lasting significance of the Parthenon. (P video by Lefteris Pitarakis / AP Production: Lefteris Pitarakis, Theodora Tongas and Derek Gatopoulos)
