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Democracy Experiential Workshop Activity on Pnyx hill, Athens
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Democracy Experiential Workshop Activity on Pnyx hill, Athens
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Sat
28 Dec
Fri
3 Jan
Sun
5 Jan
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NZD 98
Highlights
Head to the historic site of Pnyx for a private interactive session, featuring dialogues and role-play. Become yourself a citizen of classical Athens, voting and speaking on a city matter, through a journey 2500 years back in time. Learn why democracy was born at that particular period and place, at the inspired location which hosted the Athenian Public Assemblies, with direct view of the Acropolis, next to the carved steps of the speaker's platform. Led by a facilitator with a background in Classical Studies, this workshop is an introduction to Athenian democracy, suitable for anyone over the age of 12.
-Learn about Athens at a landmark of democratic history
-Interactive workshop explores the real story of democracy
-Put yourself in the shoes of a voting Athenian
-See the historic location that hosted Athenian Public Assemblies
-Use unique replicas of ancient Greek objects.
Itinerary
Pnyx
Our experience will begin right after we meet and get our ancient Greek names. Then we will walk uphill for about 300m until we arrive at the archeological site of Pnyx (free entrance). We will take our position under shaded trees, close to the ancient speaker's platform. You will then discuss the facts that led to the birth of Democracy at that particular place and time through the history of Athens from 20th to 5th century BC. You will then become an ancient citizen speaking and voting on a city matter, using our unique replicas of the ancient objects (The Clepsydra/Waterthief and the Ostracon). A productive and joyful way to learn all about the Athenian government, and develop your critical thought and self-reflection. Our professional expert will guide you through the whole process, reassuring that everyone is equally involved. The workshop will last 1.5-2 hours approximately.
What's included
INCLUDED
Usage of the Waterthief (ceramic water-timer, replica of the ancient object)
Liability Insurance
Ostrakon (ceramic voting disk, replica of the ancient object), use it and keep it as commemorative
Expert facilitator
Local VAT 24%
NOT INCLUDED
NOT a guided tour. It is an interactive history workshop for beginners focusing on Democracy..
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Must Know
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Good To Know
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This workshop is an outdoor experience therefore it requires good weather. In case it is canceled due to poor weather, you will be notified at least 3 hours ahead, and will be offered the option to choose between a different date, a similar workshop, or a full refund.
Language is plain English. There will be no difficult words or terminology.
There are no toilets or canteens on the hill. Near Pnyx, in the area of Thisio, there are plenty of cafes, restaurants and shops.
As this workshop takes place at a Historical site, involving Heritage and Cultural aspects, all participants are required to respect ethic, law and respectful conduct etiquette (soberness, cleanliness, photo/video shooting, dress-code, loudness etc) and be respectful and polite during the entire session. Our facilitator has the right to terminate your participation without any refund in case your behavior is disrespectful in regards to the place or the people.
Suitable for adults and teenagers over 12 years old. Underaged participants CANNOT book alone, at least one adult should book too, who is also responsible to supervise them.
Attending this workshop in public space means you consent to photo/video shooting which may occur within the course of this service, including the future publication of this material by us or the other participants. You may withdraw your consent at any time (before or after the workshop) by contacting us in writing. We shall not be held accountable for pictures and videos of you, taken by others during our services and for the use of such photo and video materials by those third parties.
Facilitators/ Instructors are First Aid trained & certified, however, by law, they are not allowed to provide any medication, so please have your medication with you (especially for allergies, since you will be outdoors).
There will be a 300m uphill walk in order for us to arrive at the Pnyx speaker’s platform, which could be physically demanding. Please ensure that you wear comfortable shoes and clothes and that are suitably fit to allow full participation.
Location
Address
Pnyx, Athens 117 41, Greece
Provider
Hellas Revival
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