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Why was the Parthenon in scaffolds?

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The Parthenon was covered in scaffolding for decades due to ongoing restoration work to preserve and repair the ancient monument.

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Greece's famed Parthenon clear of scaffolding for first time in decades

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  • The Parthenon in Athens is currently free of scaffolding and pillars. 6s
  • Scaffolding had previously obscured details and affected the aesthetic experience for decades. 11s
  • The removal of restoration equipment is temporary and will last until November. 19s
  • More modern and discreet scaffolding will be installed after this period. 26s
  • The Acropolis, home to the Parthenon, is Greece's most popular tourist site. 32s
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Greece's famed Parthenon clear of scaffolding for first time in decades

For decades, iron structures inevitably hid certain details and altered the aesthetic experience on the Holy Rock.

Greece's famed Parthenon clear of scaffolding for first time in decades
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4 hours ago
Greece's famed Parthenon clear of scaffolding for first time in decades

More modern but more discreet scaffolding will return, local authorities say, as restoration work continues.

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