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The Acropolis in Athens

The "Tower of Winds" in Athens The Tower of the Winds (  horologion , timepiece ) is an octagonal Pentelic marble clocktower on the Roman agora ( forum ) in Athens. The structure is 12 metres tall with a diameter of 8 metres and features a combination of sundials, a water clock and a wind vane.

The restored "Stoa of Attalos" in Athens Stoa in Ancient Greek architecture were covered walkways for public usage.

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