Tourists marvel at Parthenon's west pediment, restored to most complete form in 220 years

After years of restoration work, visitors can now view the Parthenon’s western pediment in its most complete form in about 220 years. The project has enhanced views of Greece’s iconic ancient monument while preserving a key piece of its cultural heritage.

Reuters

22 June 2026 at 05:26:54

Tourists marvel at Parthenon's west pediment, restored to most complete form in 220 years

A view of the Acropolis and the Parthenon Temple, whose west pediment can be seen in its fullest form for the first time after approximately 220 years, following an extensive restoration project, in Athens, Greece, June 18, 2026.

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Tourists are seeing the Parthenon’s western pediment in its most complete form in around 220 years after the completion of restoration work on one of Greece’s most visited ancient landmarks.

The project, which started in 2017, added newly carved marble elements to replace missing sections of the pediment on the western side of the monument.

Visitors said the reduced presence of construction equipment around parts of the site offered clearer views of the landmark and described the experience as particularly striking.

The Parthenon remains Greece’s most visited ancient monument and a central symbol of the country’s cultural heritage.

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