10 Interesting Fact About The history and influence of ancient Greek culture

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• Ancient Greek culture greatly influenced the Western world in ancient and modern times. Many cultural aspects such as art, philosophy, and politics come from ancient Greece.
• Modern Olympiad is inspired by the ancient Greek Olympiad, which is held every four years at Olympia from 776 BC to 393 AD
• Ancient Greek civilization is one of the first to use a democratic system of government. The city of Athens is considered as the capital of democracy in the world.
• Ancient Greek literary works such as Iliad and Odyssey by Homer, and the tragedy of Sophocles, are still being read and studied throughout the world.
• Ancient Greece is also known for its extraordinary architectural art, including Parthenon in Athens and other temples.
• Mathematics and science in ancient Greece are very advanced in his day. Many famous scientists and mathematicians such as Euclid and Pythagoras originated from ancient Greece.
• Ancient Greece also has a long history of war, with figures like Alexander the Great and the famous Troya war.
• Ancient Greek Theater produces a typical type of drama, including tragedy and comedy, and is still being staged throughout the world until now.
• Ancient Greek art also has a great influence on modern Western art, with a classic art style that is often imitated and valued.
• Ancient Greece also has a big influence on Western religion and mythology, with many Greek gods and myths that are still known and respected today.