Greek Capital (Noun)
Meaning
The capital and largest city of Greece; named after Athena (its patron goddess); "in the 5th century BC ancient Athens was the world's most powerful and civilized city".
Classification
Nouns denoting spatial position.
Examples
- The city of Athens is known as the Greek capital, home to numerous ancient ruins and landmarks.
- Tourists visiting Greece usually begin their journey in the Greek capital, a place rich in history and mythology.
- Athena, the goddess of wisdom, was revered as the patron deity of the Greek capital.
- From 2004 to 2009, the Greek capital invested heavily in modernizing its transportation system, which significantly reduced congestion.
- Athens, the Greek capital, hosts many archaeological museums and historic sites, showcasing its enduring legacy as the epicenter of Western civilization.