The Pnyx is the ancient remains from what was once was the Athenian Assembly,
the world's first democratic legislature. It was at this location
approximately 500 years BC, that the concept of democracy was first
practised. Among those to speak here, were Pericles,
Aristides and Alcibiades. Athenians were able to debate issues of
social importance, run for office and vote.
The Pnyx is located on the Hill of the Muses (Filopapou Hill) overlooking
the Acropolis and central Athens.
