The Pnyx (/ nɪks, pəˈnɪks /; Ancient Greek: Πνύξ [pnýks]; Greek: Πνύκα, Pnyka) is a hill or hillside in central Athens, the capital of Greece.

Pnyx comes from the Greek word pyknos, meaning dense. This open-air chamber could hold around 15,000 people—men to be more precise, members of the all-male Assembly of …

Located about 500 meters west of the Acropolis, the Pnyx Hill is a rocky hill surrounded by parks. It has a special place in world history as one of the most important ancient sites. Artificially …

On the Pnyx, the broad-backed hill west of the Acropolis where the Athenian popular assembly had met since the reforms of Cleisthenes in the 6th century, a large auditorium was …

The Pnyx was the official meeting place of the Athenian democratic assembly that was first held in the Agora at the foot of the Acropolis, and which was moved to this hill west of the Acropolis in …

May 10, 2020 · The Pnyx is a hill in central Athens, Greece. It is situated west of the Acropolis and between the hills of Philopappos and Nymphon. It bears paramount historical significance as …

Head to the historic site of Pnyx for a private interactive session, featuring dialogues and role-play. Become yourself a citizen of classical Athens, voting and speaking on a city matter, …

May 24, 2024 · In the heart of Athens lies the Pnyx, the ancient meeting place for the Athenian democratic assembly. Here's how to find it! Probably the most unassuming ancient sites in all …

Enjoy the walk from Socrates Prison, Muses Hill with its breathtaking views of Athens and Piraeus and end up on the Pnyx.

The Pnyx (Pnyka), is an notable archaeological site in Athens where the Athenian Assembly (Ekklesia) met to debate and make decisions on matters of state. Located just west of the …