And the Parthenon, like certain statues created in the fifth century ... It also had an Ionic frieze running around the top of the cella walls [the interior walls of the building] representing ...

Architectural evidence and historic record, including reference to the Parthenon's 40-foot-high, gold-and-ivory statue of Athena, essentially confirm the building's original function as a temple.

More than 2,400 years after its construction, the Parthenon—the sanctuary to the ... which will showcase more than 4,000 ancient statues, friezes and artifacts when it opens in autumn 2008.

Parthenon sculpture ... Its central hall housed a colossal statue of the goddess herself, made of gold and ivory. And everywhere there was sculpture. Around all four sides of the building ...

Others rave about the fascinating exhibits and love the giant statue of Athena. Located in Centennial Park about 2 miles west of Music Row, the Parthenon is open every day, though hours can vary ...

Around 1800, Lord Elgin removed some of the sculptures from the ruins of the Parthenon in Athens ... Its central hall housed a colossal statue of the goddess herself, made of gold and ivory.